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I think it's unfair to blame the construction of modern neighborhoods. It is the current technology that feeds the sedentary lifestyles. The convenience of a nearby store can certainly increase a person's transportation habits. However, the amount of local stores has been in decline for several years. Improvements in transportation and communication have allowed for more spread out chain-stores (such as Wal-Mart) to take over. This change in shopping methods is due to the demands of current society. It is the trends of the consumer that evolve the culture. Those who can afford a car and a house and in suburbs follow these trends as companies shift their focus. The suburban neighborhoods were built to accommodate to this change.