Question

Factors which affects population distribution over an area are _______________________________.

• A. Climatic conditions, political systems and means of livelihood.
• B. Climatic conditions, terrain, political systems and means of livelihood.
• C. Climatic conditions, terrain and means of livelihood.
• D. Climatic conditions, terrain, political systems.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Climatic conditions, terrain, political systems and means of livelihood.

Physical factors that affect population distribution include altitude and latitude, relief, climate, soils, vegetation, water and location of mineral and energy resources. It is important to note that most of the physical factors influence population distribution only indirectly through climatic conditions.