Question

map of china
which of these could be an accurate explanation as to the population distribution shown on this map?
a the more densely populated areas have few problems
b the more densely populated areas are along the coast
c the less densely populated areas are plagued by monsoons.
d the less densely populated areas are engaged in civil war
e the less densely populated areas have rejected industrial opportunities.

Explanation:

• Option A: High - population areas having few problems is not a valid general explanation for population distribution shown on the map.
• Option B: Looking at the map, the more densely populated areas (with higher population density values like 700 - 900 and > 900) are along the east coast of China. This is a valid geographical - based explanation for population distribution.
• Option C: Monsoons are not the reason for less - dense population in the shown less - populated areas on the map.
• Option D: There is no indication from the map that civil war is the cause of less - dense population in those areas.
• Option E: There is no evidence from the map that industrial opportunities rejection is the cause of less - dense population in those areas.

Answer:

B. The more densely populated areas are along the coast