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Unit 1 – Thinking Geographically
Topic 1.3
What is a common criticism against the Gravity Model in human geography?
It inaccurately assumes population size directly impacts migration patterns.
The model fails to account for geographical barriers such as mountains or oceans.
The model underestimates the impact of social factors on migration trends.
It oversimplifies human behavior and motivations during migration decision-making processes.
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