The table illustrates the change in the number of cinemas in various regions of a European country between 2004 and 2009. Overall, the number of cinemas increased in the city center and areas near it, while it declined in the suburbs and countryside.
In 2004, the city center had 1,512 cinemas, and this number grew steadily to reach 1,620 by 2009, marking an increase of approximately 7.1%. Cinemas near the city center also experienced growth, rising by 100 over the same period.
In contrast, the number of cinemas in the suburbs dropped significantly, decreasing by over one-quarter. Similarly, the countryside saw a decline of more than one-sixth. In total, the number of cinemas rose from 2,100 in 2004 to 2,287 in 2009, representing an overall growth of about 8.9%.
In conclusion, the cinema industry experienced modest growth between 2004 and 2009, with the most significant increases occurring in and around the city center, while more remote areas saw notable declines.