Central Place Theory

Definition

Central Place Theory is a model that ranks communities according to the assortment of products available in each. At the bottom of the hierarchy are communities that represent the smallest central places (centers of commerce). They provide the basic necessities of life. Further up the hierarchy are the larger central places, which carry all goods and services found in lower-order central places plus more specialized ones that are not necessary. [1]

References

  1. American Marketing Association, AMA Dictionary.

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