Question

which of these is one characteristic of topographic maps?
contain contour lines to display elevation
contain information about types of vegetation
contain weather and climate information
contain satellite images of land masses

Explanation:

Topographic maps are designed to represent the physical features and elevation of a land area. Contour lines are the defining feature used to show changes in elevation and terrain shape. The other options describe features of other specialized map types (vegetation maps, climate maps, satellite imagery maps) rather than topographic maps.

Answer:

contain contour lines to display elevation