Question

which of the following questions must be answered in order to identify a functional region? a what specific characteristic defines a region? b what general characteristics define the area’s identity? c what do people call the region? d what languages are spoken in the area? e what area is influenced by a node?

Explanation:

A functional region is defined by a node (like a city) and the area it influences. To identify it, we need to know which area is influenced by the node. Option E asks this, while others relate to formal/perceptual regions or naming/language, not functional.

Answer:

E. What area is influenced by a node?