Question

Which of the following is a geographical representation?(1 point)

Responses

A ruler.
A ruler.

A lake.
A lake.

A selfie.
A selfie.

A map.

Answer 1

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A map

Answer 2

​​Which is the best definition of scale, as it is used in maps?​(1 point)

Responses

​​a measurement of distance, most usually in miles​
​​a measurement of distance, most usually in miles​

​​a horizontal bar showing units of distance​
​​a horizontal bar showing units of distance​

​​the difference between how a distance appears to human eyes and how it is measured​
​​the difference between how a distance appears to human eyes and how it is measured​

​the relationship between a real-world distance and how it is represented on the map

Answer 3

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​the relationship between a real-world distance and how it is represented on the map

Answer 4

​​Choose the list that orders units of latitude and longitude from largest to smallest.​(1 point)

Responses

​​centimeters, meters, kilometers​
​​centimeters, meters, kilometers​

​​degrees, minutes, seconds​
​​degrees, minutes, seconds​

​​miles, feet, inches​
​​miles, feet, inches​

​​miles, degrees, ticks​

Answer 5

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​​degrees, minutes, seconds

Answer 6

What is the largest distortion in a Winkel Tripel projection?(1 point)

Responses

the relative shape and size of land masses
the relative shape and size of land masses

the latitude and longitude lines
the latitude and longitude lines

the area of land masses
the area of land masses

the distance between locations

Answer 7

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the area of land masses

Answer 8

Where is a Mercator projection map most commonly used?(1 point)

Responses

on a large body of water
on a large body of water

on the side of a mountain
on the side of a mountain

in a U.S. classroom
in a U.S. classroom

in a magazine or newspaper
in a magazine or newspaper

Answer 9

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in a U.S. classroom

Answer 10

China has the largest population of any country in the world. Russia has the largest land area of any country in the world. On a population cartogram of the world, which country would appear larger?(1 point)

Responses

China
China

Neither would appear on a population cartogram.
Neither would appear on a population cartogram.

They would appear to be the same size.
They would appear to be the same size.

Russia

Answer 11

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China

Answer 12

You want to make a map showing distribution of cattle in Brazil. What kind of map would be best to show this information?(1 point)

Responses

isoline map
isoline map

dot density map
dot density map

physical map
physical map

political map

Answer 13

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dot density map

Answer 14

What is the importance of understanding the functions of map properties?(1 point)

Responses

Map properties help geographers collect accurate information about distance, size, and location of a place.
Map properties help geographers collect accurate information about distance, size, and location of a place.

Map properties help geographers determine how continents are formed.
Map properties help geographers determine how continents are formed.

Map properties are used as guidelines to determine physical and political details of a place.
Map properties are used as guidelines to determine physical and political details of a place.

Map properties set boundaries for cultural regions, cultural groups, and their characteristics.

Answer 15

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Map properties help geographers collect accurate information about distance, size, and location of a place.

Answer 16

Which of the following would be consulted when wanting information about natural and human-made features?(1 point)

Responses

political map
political map

thematic map
thematic map

topographic map
topographic map

a globe

Answer 17

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topographic map

Answer 18

Which of the following would not be included in a possible map legend?(1 point)

Responses

a star for a historic site
a star for a historic site

a compass rose for direction
a compass rose for direction

a * for a city
a * for a city

a ^ for a mountain

Answer 19

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a compass rose for direction

Answer 20

Which of the following layers would not be included in a digital map showing bat migration in the Southwest United States?(1 point)

Responses

A layer of arrows that show the directions of migrations.
A layer of arrows that show the directions of migrations.

A layer showing a map of southwestern states.
A layer showing a map of southwestern states.

A layer showing each type of bat that migrates in the region.
A layer showing each type of bat that migrates in the region.

A layer showing climate conditions of the southwest region.

Answer 21

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A layer showing climate conditions of the southwest region.

Answer 22

Displaying more than one set of data by using a GIS can help a geographer(1 point)

Responses

obscure irrelevant spatial data.
obscure irrelevant spatial data.

see possible relationships between the sets of data.
see possible relationships between the sets of data.

isolate a particular type of data.
isolate a particular type of data.

observe changes over time.

Answer 23

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see possible relationships between the sets of data.

Answer 24

Look at the map of the share of the population of Florida’s counties that is Hispanic or Latino. Which of the following datasets would help you drill down for more depth on Florida’s Hispanics?(1 point)

Responses

Census data on language spoken at home
Census data on language spoken at home

Census data on income levels by education
Census data on income levels by education

Census data on business ownership
Census data on business ownership

Census data on household size

Answer 25

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Census data on language spoken at home

Answer 26

​Which question is an example of a research question that could best be answered with GIS?(1 point)

Responses

​​how a proposed commuter bike path might affect a city’s rush hour traffic​
​​how a proposed commuter bike path might affect a city’s rush hour traffic​

​​which of a city’s rapid transit routes are used the most​
​​which of a city’s rapid transit routes are used the most​

​how much a city’s population has grown over time
​how much a city’s population has grown over time

​​which building in a city houses the most people​

Answer 27

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​​which of a city’s rapid transit routes are used the most

Answer 28

​Which is an example of a geographic problem caused by physical characteristics of a place?(1 point)

Responses

​​the spread of an invasive plant species​
​​the spread of an invasive plant species​

​​the migratory paths of a species of birds​
​​the migratory paths of a species of birds​

​​a stable route for a highway in an area that has frequent earthquakes​
​​a stable route for a highway in an area that has frequent earthquakes​

​​the spread of a disease through a city’s population​
​​the spread of a disease through a city’s population​

Answer 29

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​​a stable route for a highway in an area that has frequent earthquakes

Answer 30

What impact is climate change predicted to have on hurricanes?(1 point)

Responses

Climate change is predicted to make hurricanes less severe than in times past.
Climate change is predicted to make hurricanes less severe than in times past.

Climate change is predicted to increase the intensity of rainfall produced by hurricanes.
Climate change is predicted to increase the intensity of rainfall produced by hurricanes.

Climate change is predicted to decrease the wind intensity of hurricanes.
Climate change is predicted to decrease the wind intensity of hurricanes.

Climate change is predicted to increase the frequency of hurricanes.

Answer 31

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Climate change is predicted to increase the intensity of rainfall produced by hurricanes.

Answer 32

What would be a relevant piece of evidence for someone trying to decide whether to insure a new condominium building in Florida?(1 point)

Responses

the success of a recent skyscraper development near South Beach
the success of a recent skyscraper development near South Beach

the popularity of a reality TV show set in Miami
the popularity of a reality TV show set in Miami

the total dollar amount of Florida’s hurricane-related damage in the past five years
the total dollar amount of Florida’s hurricane-related damage in the past five years

the history of Henry Flagler’s development of railroads in Florida

Answer 33

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the total dollar amount of Florida’s hurricane-related damage in the past five years

Answer 34

​​In a few sentences, analyze why a map’s labels, key, and scale is important. Discuss each element individually and all elements combined.​(2 points)

Answer 35

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A map's labels are important as they provide names and descriptions of specific locations, features, and elements on the map. They help users understand the identity and context of various points of interest. The key, or legend, on a map provides a visual explanation of symbols and colors used to represent different features on the map. It helps users interpret and decode the map's symbols, allowing them to navigate and understand the information presented. The scale on a map indicates the relationship between distances on the map and the real world. It enables users to measure and estimate distances accurately, ensuring that they can make informed decisions about navigation or spatial relationships.

When these elements are combined, the map becomes a powerful tool for communicating spatial information effectively. Labels provide context and identification, the key ensures understanding of symbols, and the scale allows for accurate distance measurements. Together, they enhance the map's usability, clarity, and usefulness. Whether for navigation, analysis, or communication purposes, a map with well-designed labels, a clear key, and an accurate scale enables users to interpret, comprehend, and visualize spatial relationships and features more effectively.

Answer 36

In one to two sentences, explain how maps can be considered hybrid maps.(2 points)

Answer 37

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Maps can be considered hybrid maps when they combine multiple layers or types of information, such as satellite imagery, topographic features, and socio-economic data, to provide a comprehensive representation of a geographic area or phenomenon.

Answer 38

Choose one of the four models discussed in the lesson and explain the benefits and drawbacks of using the model. In your answer consider these points:

What does the model explain?

What criticisms are made of the model?

What is the net utility of the model based on those points