A National Magazine Wanted to Make a Point of How

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Essay

A national magazine wanted to make a point of how easy it is to find information on individuals. The magazine was delivered to each of its subscribers with a satellite picture of the subscriber's house or apartment on the cover and a description inside (e.g., on page one) of the average demographics of the subscriber's zip code. This example illustrates what is known as geodemography. Describe the concept of geodemography. Which of the suppliers of geodemographic analysis discussed in the text was most likely used by the magazine to reach its subscribers?

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Definitions:

Acquiring Florida

The process through which the United States gained control over Florida, primarily from Spain, through diplomacy and military action in the early 19th century.

Spanish Crown

The monarchy of Spain, which represents the institutional continuity of the Spanish kingdom through its history, playing a crucial role in the colonization and administration of territories globally.

Colonial Reforms

Changes or improvements made by colonial powers to the administration, economy, or social structures of their colonies, often in response to pressures for better governance or independence movements.

Creole Families

Historically referred to people of mixed European and black descent or to families that were descendants of colonists in colonial America, especially in the Caribbean and Latin America.