Which of the Following Statements Is Most Correct Regarding the Origins

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most correct regarding the origins of geography?

• A) Geography was invented as a science in the late 18th century.
• B) Physical geography has been studied since ancient times, but human geography was first studied in the 20th century.
• C) Geography owes its existence to the Renaissance period in Western Europe.
• D) Humans have practiced geography at least since the time of ancient Greek civilization.
• E) Human geography was not practiced until powerful computers capable of mapping detailed information were invented.

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Definitions:

System II

A term often used to describe slow, deliberate, and analytical thought processes in dual-process theories of cognition.

System I

Often referred to as "System 1," it is the fast, automatic, intuitive approach of the human brain to decision-making.

System II

Refers traditionally to the analytical, controlled, and effortful mode of thinking, as contrasted with the fast, automatic, intuitive processing of System I.

System I

A term often used in behavioral economics to describe the fast, instinctive, and emotional way of thinking, as opposed to slower, more deliberative thinking.