Which of the Following Most Accurately Characterizes the Goal of Geography

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most accurately characterizes the goal of geography?

• A) the production of maps
• B) memorization of the names of places on world and regional maps
• C) memorization of the imports and exports of a country
• D) understanding why a place has the characteristics that it does

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Definitions:

External Attribution

Assigning the cause of one's own or another's behavior to external factors or situations beyond the individual's control.

Kelley's Terminology

Refers to concepts and nomenclature introduced by psychologist Harold Kelley, particularly in relation to attribution theory.

Distinctiveness Information

Information that highlights how an object, individual, or event is different from others, enhancing memory and perception.

Internal Cause

An explanation of behavior or events attributing to factors within a person such as personal decisions, efforts, or characteristics.