A principle is a fundamental rule or guideline that helps explain how something works or operates.
Think of principles as the building blocks of understanding. They are like the rules in a game that help you understand how to play and win.
Law: A statement that describes an observed phenomenon without necessarily explaining why it occurs.
Theory: An explanation based on evidence and reasoning that helps us understand a particular phenomenon.
Hypothesis: A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation or observation.
What principle suggests that every point on earth is unique due its physical characteristics?
What principle guided Europe's borders' redrawing after World War I?
Which principle best describes why larger cities have more specialized services compared to smaller towns?
Which principle posits that only one city will dominate all others in a geographic region or country?
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