Which term describes a selective, symbolized and generalized picture of the land?

• A. Plans
• B. Maps
• C. Thematic Map
• D. Bedrock Map

Answer: (B)

Map describes a selective, symbolized, and generalized picture of the land. A map is a representation of part of the Earth's surface drawn to a reduced scale so you can see spatial relationships and distances. It’s selective because you choose which features to show based on purpose—roads, rivers, boundaries, land use—and you omit less important details. It’s symbolized because features are depicted with standardized symbols, colors, and lines, all explained by a legend. It’s generalized because tiny details are simplified or left out to keep the map readable at its scale while still conveying the essential patterns. Other terms describe more specific kinds of drawings or focuses—plans are detailed layouts of a space, bedrock maps emphasize geology, and thematic maps center on a single theme. The general depiction that fits all three traits is a map.