Which of the following is a reason why historians may want to consider opinions as well as facts reported by a source?
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Responses
A source that historians trust is likely to have true opinions.
A source that historians trust is likely to have true opinions.
The opinions may provide clues to the source's feelings and possible bias.
The opinions may provide clues to the source's feelings and possible bias.
The opinions may complement or contradict the facts reported by the source, providing a fuller understanding of the historical context.
How are equal-area projections of Earth inaccurate?
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Responses
There are distortions near the center of the map.
There are distortions near the center of the map.
Directions and the shapes of the landmasses are distorted.
There are distortions in both shape and size of landmasses.
What causes earthquakes?
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Responses
Blocks of crust slide against one another, often at plate boundaries.
Blocks of crust slide against one another, often at plate boundaries.
Pressure builds up in the molten rock
Pressure builds up in the molten rock beneath the Earth's surface.
Which of the following climate conditions would best support a tropical rain forest ecosystem?
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dry air and cold temperatures
dry air and cold temperatures
dry air and hot temperatures
dry air and hot temperatures
moist air and cold temperatures
moist air and hot temperatures
Which is one advantage of maps over aerial photographs as a way of understanding Earth’s surface?
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Responses
There is too much distortion in a photograph.
There is too much distortion in a photograph.
Maps show more features than photographs.
Maps show more features than photographs, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of Earth's surface.
The process of democratization over the last 200 years has resulted in wider support for the idea that
all individuals should have equal political rights and opportunities.
If the demand for a good or service increases, how will prices affect supply?
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Responses
Rising prices will boost supply.
Rising prices will boost supply.
Falling prices will decrease supply.
Falling prices will decrease supply.
Rising
prices will increase supply.
Which is a right that both citizens and non-citizens in the U.S. share?
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Responses
the right to vote
the right to vote
the right to religious freedom
the right to religious freedom
the right to run for public
the right to religious freedom.
Which of the following is one way in which an embargo differs from a tariff?
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Responses
It allows for free trade of goods.
It allows for free trade of goods.
It limits the taxes placed on foreign goods.
It allows for free trade of goods.
Why is a federal system of government more complex than a unitary system?
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Responses
Power is divided into many levels.
Power is divided into many levels.
The people get to
Power is divided into many levels, which makes the federal system more complex than a unitary system.
Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentence.(1 point)
I'm sorry, but I don't see any drop-down menus or sentence provided. Could you please provide me with the sentence you want me to complete?
Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentence.(1 point)
Hip-hop began as a musical style in the United States decades ago. The Japanese have since developed their own version of hip-hop. This is an example of .
I apologize for the confusion, but as a text-based AI, I am unable to see or interact with drop-down menus. However, based on the sentence provided, the completion would be:
"This is an example of cultural diffusion."
Which of these causes of migration is an example of a pull factor?
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Responses
warfare
warfare
poverty
poverty
job availability
job availability
an earthquake
job availability
Which is the difference between a renewable resource and a nonrenewable resource?
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Responses
A renewable resource cannot be replaced for many lifetimes, and a nonrenewable resource can be replaced in the near future.
A renewable resource cannot be replaced for many lifetimes, and a nonrenewable resource can be replaced in the near future.
A renewable resource is something that can be found in nature, and a nonrenewable resource is something
A renewable resource can be replenished or replaced naturally over time, while a nonrenewable resource is finite and cannot be replenished in a short period of time.
How do countries seek to increase economic development?
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Responses
decrease education and increase tariffs
decrease education and increase tariffs
invest in education and fund capital projects
invest in education and fund capital projects
decrease capital goods and
invest in education and fund capital projects
Which of the following correctly pairs a branch of the U.S. government and its power?
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Responses
legislative: interprets laws
legislative: interprets laws
executive: makes laws
executive: makes laws
executive: enforces laws
executive: enforces laws
judicial: enforces
executive: enforces laws
Which of the following is an example of the relationship between culture and geography?
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Responses
A civilization isolated by mountains develops its own language.
A civilization isolated by mountains develops its own language.
Trade develops
A civilization isolated by mountains develops its own language.
Which field of research answers questions about how people lived in different places and times by focusing on human development and culture?
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Responses
archaeology
archaeology
anthropology
anthropology
geology
geology
history
anthropology
The map shows that the location of 20 degrees south latitude, 20 degrees east longitude, is on the continent of
The information provided is not sufficient to determine the continent. Please provide more information or check the map for further details.
What is the role of the government in a mixed economy?
The role of the government in a mixed economy is to regulate and oversee the economy to ensure fair competition, protect consumers, provide public goods and services, implement social welfare programs, maintain economic stability, and address market failures. Additionally, the government may also play a role in redistributing wealth and income to promote social equity.
How does the tilt of Earth’s axis and its movement around the sun play a part in the changing of the seasons in the Northern Hemisphere?
The tilt of Earth's axis and its movement around the sun play a crucial role in the changing of seasons in the Northern Hemisphere. During the different times of the year, the Earth's axis is either tilted towards or away from the sun. This tilt causes changes in the angle and intensity of sunlight reaching different parts of the Earth.
During summer, when the Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the sun, sunlight strikes this region more directly, leading to longer and warmer days. In contrast, during winter, the Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun, resulting in shorter days and less direct sunlight, causing colder temperatures.
The spring and autumn seasons occur when Earth is transitioning between these extremes. The tilt of the Earth and its movement around the sun determine the distribution of sunlight, which directly affects the changing of seasons in the Northern Hemisphere.
Describe the major physical and human features of the location where you live, such as the landscape, weather, and population. What theme of geography are you using in your description?
I apologize, but I cannot directly answer this question as I do not have access to personal information or the ability to provide real-time data about specific locations. As an AI language model, I don't have knowledge of specific places or the ability to observe current weather or population statistics.
However, I can provide guidance on the theme of geography that can be used in describing the major physical and human features of a location. In this case, you can use the theme of "Place" in geography to describe and analyze the characteristics that make a location unique. This includes aspects such as the physical landscape, climate, vegetation, population, human activities, and cultural features that contribute to the overall identity of a place. By examining these characteristics, one can gain a deeper understanding of the distinct qualities and attributes of a specific location.