Question

what type of map might represent the population distribution in your state with lighter and darker shading for population density

Answer 1

Choropleth map is the answer

Answer 2

Choropleth map.

Step-by-step explanation:

It is the most common of the thematic maps. It portrays quantitive data in areas shaded or patterned in proportion to the measurement of the statistical variable being displayed on the map. Sequential colors represent increasing or decreasing data values.

Choropleth map is normally used to show population density or per-capita income.

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