Question

the island shown on the map has four cities - a, b, c, and d. based only on the geographic features on the map, which city probably has the largest population? grand island (map with mountains, river, cities a, b, c, d; key: mountains, river, city; scale 1\ = 5 miles; compass rose) options: b, d, a, c

Explanation:

To determine which city has the largest population, we analyze geographic features. City A is near a river (good for water supply) and not in mountains (mountains limit development). City B and C are in/near mountains (harsher for settlement), and D is near the coast but A has river access (critical for agriculture, trade, and living). River access and flat land (not mountainous) support larger populations. So A is most likely.

Answer:

A. A