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Read the following central idea statements.
1. Globalization has resulted in the significant transformation of the physical aspects of places
around the world.
2. Rapid changes in transportation, communication and information technology have
contributed to faster globalization
3. Globalization has caused the integration of economies and broad exchange of language,
consumer products and cultural practices.
4. Globalization has contributed to increased consumption of unhealthy foods and elevated risk
for diseases like diabetes.