Question

While viewing a topographic map, you notice a region in which the contour lines are very close together. What can you conclude about this region?

A. It has a high population.
B. It has a steep incline.
C. It's near a political boundary.
D. It contains a body of water.

Answer 1

B. It has a steep incline.
(Topographic maps show the topography and physical geography of an area)

Answer 2

While viewing a topographic map, if it can be noticed that the contour lines in the region are placed very close together, it can be concluded that the region has a steep incline.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The contour lines in a topographic map represent the varying elevation patterns of the region. A contour line joins all the points of the same elevation in the region.

• A new contour line which represents a different elevation is plotted at a pre-decided interval. For smaller areas, these lines usually form enclosed tracts. If the contour lines are closely spaced, it can be devised that the region has a steep slope or inclination.