Which pioneering retail location strategy did Starbucks famously use that contradicted traditional retail spacing wisdom?

In the world of retail, location is everything! Geographic positioning can make or break a store's success. This trivia question explores how major retailers use sophisticated geographic analysis to make strategic decisions about where to place their stores. Test your knowledge about the intersection of retail strategy and geographic science!

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Cluster strategy - deliberately opening stores in close proximity to each other to dominate urban areas
Rural-first approach - establishing presence in underserved rural markets before expanding to cities
Airport-exclusive strategy - initially only opening in transportation hubs to build brand with travelers
University campus focus - targeting exclusively college students as their first demographic