Which of the following is a criticism of the demographic transition model?(1 point)
Responses
It does not take into account the effects of migration on population growth.
It does not take into account the effects of migration on population growth.
Most movements of people do not take place in small steps but are major movements.
Most movements of people do not take place in small steps but are major movements.
Post-industrial societies tend to have high rates of natural increase, unlike the prediction.
Post-industrial societies tend to have high rates of natural increase, unlike the prediction.
Pre-industrial societies tend to have low birth rates, as the struggle for survival is too difficult.
Pre-industrial societies tend to have low birth rates, as the struggle for survival is too difficult.
Which type of data analysis is most useful for showing changes over time?(1 point)
Responses
Analyzing multiple datasets for the same area.
Analyzing multiple datasets for the same area.
Analyzing datasets using the same measures for two different years.
Analyzing datasets using the same measures for two different years.
Analyzing datasets from two different places in the same region.
Analyzing datasets from two different places in the same region.
Analyzing datasets from a unit and the larger area to which it belongs.
Analyzing datasets using the same measures for two different years.
What is GIS?(1 point)
Responses
a specialized government computer system containing map data
a specialized government computer system containing map data
a way of using satellites to triangulate locations
a way of using satellites to triangulate locations
a way of combining and visualizing geographic data from multiple sources
a way of combining and visualizing geographic data from multiple sources
a software system that helps users find driving directions
a way of combining and visualizing geographic data from multiple sources
Which is an example of a physical characteristic of a place?(1 point)
Responses
the historical census data of a town
the historical census data of a town
the annual profits of a local mining operation
the annual profits of a local mining operation
a river whose path shifts from year to year
a river whose path shifts from year to year
a planned suburban office park
a river whose path shifts from year to year
City planners want to find the areas and residents that would be best served by a new local train route. Which data set would they need to incorporate into their search?(1 point)
Responses
a map showing existing bus and train routes and the neighborhoods they serve
a map showing existing bus and train routes and the neighborhoods they serve
a map showing likely voters by neighborhood
a map showing likely voters by neighborhood
a database of other cities’ spending on mass transit
a database of other cities’ spending on mass transit
a poll of tourists’ preferred destinations within city limits
a map showing existing bus and train routes and the neighborhoods they serve
To determine which of the following is a criticism of the demographic transition model, we need to analyze each statement.
1. "It does not take into account the effects of migration on population growth." - This statement highlights the potential criticism that the demographic transition model does not consider how migration can impact population growth.
2. "Most movements of people do not take place in small steps but are major movements." - This statement is not directly related to the demographic transition model and does not criticize it.
3. "Post-industrial societies tend to have high rates of natural increase, unlike the prediction." - This statement points out that post-industrial societies often experience higher rates of natural increase (birth rates minus death rates) than predicted by the demographic transition model, suggesting a criticism of its accuracy.
4. "Pre-industrial societies tend to have low birth rates, as the struggle for survival is too difficult." - This statement does not directly criticize the demographic transition model but rather posits a general explanation for low birth rates in pre-industrial societies.
Based on the analysis, the correct answer would be:
- "Post-industrial societies tend to have high rates of natural increase, unlike the prediction."