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1. In what areas does Texas lead the nation in growth?

2. Which industries are causing such enormous growth in Texas?

3. a) What are the populations of California and Texas?
b) List the top ten most populated states, largest to smallest.

4. a) What is significant about the number of jobs added in Texas last year compared to California?
b) What is significant about the number of new housing units built in Texas last year compared to the rest of the country?

5. In which two states has the population grown the most after Texas?

CHALLENGE QUESTION: In this article, the reporter answers the who, what, where and when, but does not answer the question why. Why do you think companies are moving to these cities/states? What makes these cities/states attractive to these companies? List at least 3 reasons you think a corporation would move to a particular location. e.g. the city/state is business friendly: the corporate tax rate is low as a way to attract businesses…