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AP® Human Geography Study Guide Unit One

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What is the main purpose of reference maps?

Showing the location of human and physical objects (correct)
Highlighting historical relationships
Analyzing thematic data
Displaying spatial patterns

Which type of maps mainly showcases the spatial arrangement of features or data?

Political maps
Physical maps
Thematic maps (correct)
Symbol maps

What is cartography?

The science of mapmaking (correct)
The study of spatial patterns
The analysis of geographical trends
The study of population density

Which type of map distorts some spatial property due to representing a spherical object in 2-D?

Physical map (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do thematic maps primarily focus on?

Portraying spatial arrangement of features or data (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is no map considered perfect according to the text?

As a result of representing a spherical object in 2-D (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the four types of map distortions mentioned in the text?

Shape, Size, Distance, and Direction (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which are some commonly used map projections according to the text?

Mercator, Robinson, Winkel Triplet (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between quantitative and qualitative data?

Quantitative data is represented by numbers while qualitative data is not. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which technologies are used to acquire geospatial data according to the text?

GPS, GIS, Remote Sensing, and Maps (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to think geographically?

Understanding patterns created by human activities. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is geospatial data used for governmental purposes?

To make important decisions like locating new facilities. (D) Signup and view all the answers