Practice Choropleth Maps (7.3.1) - Cartography and Thematic Mapping - Geo Informatics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is a choropleth map?

💡 Hint: Think about the visual representation of statistics in geography.

Question 2 Easy

Why is normalization important in choropleth maps?

💡 Hint: What happens if you don't adjust for area size?

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a choropleth map?

To represent physical features
To show statistical data using colors
To provide navigational information

💡 Hint: Think about what type of information these maps convey.

Question 2

True or False: Choropleth maps can be misleading if not using normalized data.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how comparisons are fair or unfair without normalization.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are given a dataset containing population data for various regions with sizes varying significantly. Design a choropleth map and describe how you will normalize the data accurately.

💡 Hint: Consider using population per square mile.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate a choropleth map you frequently see (e.g., in the news). What are its strengths and weaknesses? Discuss its effectiveness in conveying the intended information.

💡 Hint: Think critically about how well the map tells its story.

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