Which of the following most accurately characterizes the goal of geography?
A)Memorization of the names of places on world and regional maps.
B)Memorization of the imports and exports of a country.
C)The production of maps.
D)Understanding distributions and movements across Earth.

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The goal of geography is to understand the distributions and movements of people, places, and things across Earth. While memorization of maps and trade data may be part of geography, the overarching goal is to analyze and explain geographic patterns and processes.

Which of the Following Most Accurately Characterizes the Goal of Geography