Mapping the World
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Why do maps distort physical reality?

  • Because they are displayed on a computer screen
  • Because they are always printed in books
  • Because they convert a round space into a flat space (correct)
  • Because they focus on small areas
  • What advantage do maps have over globes?

  • They are always accurate
  • They can provide more detail for small areas (correct)
  • They are easier to carry around
  • They can show the whole planet
  • Why are maps not as accurate as globes?

  • They focus on small areas
  • They are always printed in books
  • They convert a round space into a flat space (correct)
  • They are displayed on a computer screen
  • In what way do maps overcome the limitations of globes?

    <p>By providing more detail for specific areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason maps are preferred for studying small areas?

    <p>They can focus on just that area and are easy to store and carry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Maps are round like globes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Maps are always flat representations of the round Earth.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Maps do not distort physical reality.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Globes have the advantage of showing more detail than maps.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Maps can only show the whole planet.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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