While viewing a topographic map, you notice a region in which the contour lines are very close together. what can you conclude about this region? a. it has a high population. b. it has a steep incline. c. it's near a political boundary. d. it contains a body of water.

B. It has a steep incline.
(Topographic maps show the topography and physical geography of an area)

While viewing a topographic map, if it can be noticed that the contour lines in the region are placed very close together, it can be concluded that the region has a steep incline.

Explanation:

The contour lines in a topographic map represent the varying elevation patterns of the region. A contour line joins all the points of the same elevation in the region. A new contour line which represents a different elevation is plotted at a pre-decided interval. For smaller areas, these lines usually form enclosed tracts. If the contour lines are closely spaced, it can be devised that the region has a steep slope or inclination.

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