Which type of map displays one or more variables such as population or income level within a specific area?

• A. Thematic Map
• B. Topographic Map
• C. Political Map
• D. Climate Map

Answer: (A)

Maps that show one or more variables across a geographic area are thematic maps. They use color, shading, or symbols to represent how a variable varies from place to place, such as population density or income level. This setup makes spatial patterns clear—where values are high or low, and how regions compare. By contrast, topographic maps emphasize elevation and terrain; political maps highlight borders and place names; climate maps display climate data like rainfall or temperature. So a thematic map is the type designed to depict a variable across an area.