Abstract
concerned themselves with the theory of geographic and functional specialization, but statistical examination of the phenomenon has been somewhat tardy. Current efforts to hasten regional economic growth, to carry industrial artificially beyond the precarious early stages and develop economic maturity in shorter and shorter periods, require an examination of the causes for economic growth so that these causes may be supported. These efforts consist of both governmentally financed basin development projects (e.g., the Central Valley) and the promotional efforts of pressure groups (e.g., chambers of commerce). Endeavors of the latter sort are even today more important than the former in terms of total effect on the pattern of regional economies. Two classes of costs influence the of industries-those associated with production and those associated with marketing. The location of industry is ultimately determined by both of these cost factors, though in some cases one group is of such overwhelming significance. that the other seems of little relevance- resourceoriented and market-oriented indus-
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