It seems like there are some terms mixed up in your question. Let's clarify the distinctions and then address the statements regarding cartography and maps.
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Definition:
- Autograph: An autograph typically refers to a person's handwritten signature or a document that has been signed by someone famous.
- Map: A map is a visual representation of an area, designed to depict spatial relationships, geographical features, and often political boundaries.
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Cartography: This is the art and science of creating maps. Cartographers are skilled in designing maps that can represent various types of information.
Now, let’s evaluate the four statements you provided regarding cartography:
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"Cartographs show political boundaries maps."
- This statement is somewhat misleading. Maps can show political boundaries, but not all maps do so. Political maps specifically highlight borders and divisions, while other types of maps focus on physical, topographical, or thematic information.
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"Cartographs are only refused to show physical characteristics of places."
- This statement is incorrect. Cartographers use various types of maps to show a wide range of information, including political, physical, cultural, and thematic data. They do not exclusively focus on physical characteristics.
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"Cartographs distort the shape and size of places to compare data between places."
- This statement can be true depending on the projection used. Many map projections do distort shapes, sizes, or distances to accurately represent spatial relationships or make certain data comparisons more evident. However, not all maps will involve distortion; it depends on the purpose of the map and the projection used.
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"Categorical maps use different colors to compare data between places."
- This statement is usually true. Categorical maps (sometimes referred to as thematic maps) use color gradients, patterns, or shading to represent different categories of data across regions, making it easier to compare information visually.
In summary, while there are distinctions between autographs and maps, your statements about maps (and the term "cartograph") offer some truth but require clarification in context. Maps can serve many purposes and can utilize various techniques and styles to convey information effectively.