Question

In a few sentences, analyze why a map's labels, key, and scale is important. Discuss each element individually and all elements combined.

Answer 1

In one to two sentences explain how maps can be considered hybrid maps

Answer 2

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?

Answer 3

the net utility of a globe

Answer 4

What is the largest distortion in a Winkel
Tripel projection? (1 point)
the latitude and longitude lines
the area of land masses
the relative shape and size of land masses
the distance between locations

Answer 5

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

on the side of a mountain

on a large body of water

in a U.S. classroom

in a magazine or newspaper

Answer 6

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)
A.) physical map
B.) political map
C.) dot density map
D.) isoline map

Answer 7

Which of the following would not be included in a possible map legend? (1 point
O a compass rose for direction
O a * for a city
O a star for a historic site
O a ^ for a mountain

Answer 8

Which of the following layers would not be included in a digital map showing bat migration in the Southwest United
States? (1 point)
A.) A layer showing climate conditions of the southwest region.
B.) A layer showing a map of southwestern states.
C.) A layer of arrows that show the directions of migrations.
D.) A layer showing each type of bat that migrates in the region.

Answer 9

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

A.) Census data on income levels by education
B.) Census data on household size
C.) Census data on business ownership
D.) Census data on language spoken at home

Answer 10

what is the largest distortion in a winked triple projection