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AP Human Geography
Unit 1 – Thinking Geographically
Topic 1.4
Why is site significant in determining settlement patterns?
The distance from other settlements automatically determines whether a place will be inhabited or not.
The size of the land area is the only factor in determining where settlements form.
The exact latitude and longitude coordinates determine where people choose to settle down.
The physical characteristics of a location influence its suitability for human habitation and development.
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