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AP Human Geography
Unit 1 – Thinking Geographically
Topic 1.3
Why would cartographic scale be an important consideration when using maps for geographical analysis?
It changes the shape of the Earth's spherical representation into a flat surface on a map.
It affects the map's orientation regarding North and South.
It determines the color scheme used in creating a map's visual depiction.
It impacts the level of detail that can be accurately represented and interpreted from a map.
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AP Human Geography - 1.3 The Power and Uses of Geographic Data
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