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Geographical Skills

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Choropleth map example

Use compass directions and data values.

Key Facts

  • Scale converts map distance to real distance.
  • Photos show evidence of processes and impacts.
  • Use units when describing data.
  • Direction is given as compass points or bearings.

Topics Covered

Maps and Grid References

What you need to know

  • Four and six-figure grid references locate points.

Exam Tips

  • Go along the corridor then up the stairs.

Graphs and Data

What you need to know

  • Read and interpret graphs, choropleths, and GIS outputs.

Exam Tips

  • Use data values in your answers.

Key Terms

Grid reference

A coordinate to locate a place on a map.

Choropleth map

Map using shaded colors to show data values.

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Common Exam Questions

Describe the distribution shown on a choropleth map.

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Model Answer

Higher values cluster in the north and west, with lower values in the southeast.

What examiners want to see

  • Use compass directions and data references.

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