Practice Cartograms (7.3.5) - Cartography and Thematic Mapping

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Question 1.
What is a cartogram?
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Think about how size can represent something else.
Question 2.
How does a cartogram differ from a traditional map?
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Consider what happens to places on a map.
3Question 3.
What is the primary purpose of a cartogram?
- Maintain geographic accuracy
- Show specific data through distortion
- Highlight tourist attractions
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Consider what data representation means.
4Question 4.
True or False: Cartograms can only represent population data.
- True
- False
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Think of other data types that use space.
Question 5.
Given a dataset of population figures for five countries, describe how you would create a cartogram to represent these populations visually, including potential software tools.
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Consider specific software tools or techniques for visual representation.
Question 6.
Critique a cartogram depicting regions based on income distribution. What potential biases might arise, and how could the map misguide viewers?
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Think critically about how size can change perception.

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