Question

which of the following statements about cartography and the creation of maps is false?
a. every map projection shows distances and shapes accurately.
b. geographers use different kinds of maps, depending on the subject they are studying.
c. different map projections offer varying perspectives.
d. cartographers are geographers who specialize in designing maps.
please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

• Option A: Map projections involve trade - offs. For example, the Mercator projection distorts area (and in some cases distance and shape in extreme latitudes), and no single projection can accurately show both distances and shapes (and other properties like area) perfectly for the entire Earth. So this statement is false.
• Option B: Geographers do use different maps for different subjects. For instance, a population geographer might use a choropleth map, while a physical geographer might use a topographic map. This statement is true.
• Option C: Different map projections (like Mercator, Robinson, Peters) offer different perspectives on the Earth's surface, emphasizing different properties (e.g., shape, area, distance). This statement is true.
• Option D: Cartographers are geographers who specialize in map - making, including designing maps. This statement is true.

Answer:

A. Every map projection shows distances and shapes accurately.