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What distinguishes a cartograph from a map? (1 point)
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Cartographs show political boundaries; maps do not.
Cartographs show political boundaries; maps do not.
Cartographs use different colors to compare data between places.
Cartographs use different colors to compare data between places.
Cartographs distort the shape and size of places to compare data between places.
Cartographs distort the shape and size of places to compare data between places.
Cartographs are only used to show physical characteristics of places.
Cartographs are only used to show physical characteristics of places.
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The correct response is:
Cartographs distort the shape and size of places to compare data between places.
Cartographs are a specialized type of map where the geographic shape and size of areas are altered to emphasize or illustrate certain data, making it easier to compare information across different regions.
