Question

1. true or false: population density is the number of people per unit of arable land. true or false:
2. physiological density takes into account the amount of arable land available for food production.
3. true or false: maps can be used to visualize population density and distribution.
4. true or false: natural and man - made features can create barriers to human settlement.
5. true or false: political factors do not influence population distribution.
6. true or false: high population density can lead to increased demand for resources and infrastructure.
7. true or false: understanding population density and distribution is not important for planning and policy - making.
8. true or false: population density and distribution are not important concepts in demography.
9. true or false: areas with high levels of rainfall may have dense forests that make it difficult for people to settle in those areas.
10. true or false: population density and distribution can help us identify areas that may need additional resources or support.

Explanation:

Question 1

Population density is the number of people per unit area (usually land area, not specifically arable land). So the statement is false.

Physiological density is defined as the number of people per unit of arable land, so it does take into account arable land for food production. The statement is true.

Maps (like dot maps, choropleth maps) are commonly used to show population density and how people are distributed geographically. So the statement is true.

Answer:

False

Question 2