Topographical mapping is described as which type of map?

• A. A type of physical map that shows the relief and configuration of a landscape
• B. A map where lines are stretched out for clarity and show routes of a subway system
• C. A map that shows population density
• D. A map that indicates political boundaries

Answer: (A)

Topographic mapping focuses on the land’s relief and shape. It uses contour lines and shading to show elevation, hills, valleys, and other terrain features, giving a sense of how the landscape is configured. Because it centers on natural features and how the land rises and falls, it’s a type of physical map.

Other types described don’t fit because one is a transit map that shows routes, another shows how many people live in each area, and a third highlights political borders.