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How Valid is Classical Location Theory in Explaining the Location of Present Day Manufacturing Industry
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How Valid is Classical Location Theory in Explaining the Location of Present Day Manufacturing Industry The main school of thought related to classical theory is brought about by Weber (1909). This theory is the most standard and simple belief of the choice for location of industry. Weberian belief is based upon the times in which they were created and adaptations have since been made. One of the main theorists that developed Weber's first idea was a man named D. N. Smith in 1971. Hoover also divided Weber's theory up to make it more realistic. Weber made his theory based on his own time and therefore it is difficult to transfer completely to the post-modern economy of today. As in real life situations there are many complications across many different areas Weber created some simplifying assumptions which make it easier to generalise from country to country or town to...
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