WAEC Geography 2008 Question 19

Question 19

Statistical Maps and Diagrams

Map X shows the population of regions A, B, C and D (1 dot represents 10,000 persons). Use it to answer this question. What type of statistical method was used to represent the population in map X above?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.Histogram
  2. B.Pie chart
  3. C.Proportional circle
  4. D.Dot map.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Dot map.)

Explanation

Each dot stands for a fixed number of people, so it is a dot map.