Although many people are opposed to casino gaming, gaming facilities are an important part of Oklahoma's economy. Explain the importance of this industry to Oklahoma.

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: There are more than 100 Indian gaming facilities in Oklahoma, and thousands of out-of-state tourists travel to the state to visit casinos. The industry generates more than $3 billion in gaming revenue each year and an additional $440 million in nongambling revenue. This includes money spent on hotels and restaurants. As a result, the state gets more than $100 million in taxes, most of which goes to public schools.

Explanation:

This is the actual answer to the question. that is what edu gave me.

This was my answer (it worked well, too): The importance of this is that it will bring tourists and people to there economy that they would then get money from the casinos and gaming facilities bring young people.

the correct answer is:

b) a rich merchant.