The Memphis Economy


1. The book talks about two types of agglomerative economics: localization and urbanization economics. For a restaurant in Overton Square, would that location be a benefit primarily because of localization or urbanization economics.

2. One of the reasons for agglomerative economies is reduced search cost. Please provide two examples of businesses or other institutions in Memphis that benefit from lower search costs as a result of being in the city.

3. How has FedEx contributed to localization economics in Memphis? Please provide two specific examples.

4. Please list and describe three ways that cities encourage innovation. For each of the reasons, please provide an example from Memphis or another city.