Which of the following statements best explains why populations are unevenly distributed?

Question

A.
Governments tend to encourage population growth in coastal areas.
B.
Physical features and economic opportunity often dictate how a population is distributed within a country.
C.
Populations tend to be greater in countries that are located in warmer climates.
D.
Wars, migration, and other historical events have dictated the global population distribution.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

The best answer is:

B. Physical features and economic opportunity often dictate how a population is distributed within a country.

This statement encompasses both the role of geography (such as availability of arable land, water resources, and climate) and economic factors (such as job opportunities and access to services) in influencing where populations are more densely populated.