Perceptual vs. Functional vs. Formal Regions

The south is an example of which type of region?

• Perceptual
• nodal
• functional
• formal

The division of the U.S. into nine regions by the Census Bureau is an example of a:

• climatic region.
• formal region.
• functional region.
• vernacular region.

Which type of region does this image of a pizza delivery zone depict?

• Functional

• Perceptual

• Formal

Which type of regions does this map of the Great Appalachian Valley represent?

• Functional

• Perceptual

• Formal

The Midwest is an example of what type of region?

• Formal

• Perceptual

• Physical

• Human

Red Sox Nation is the fanbase for the Red Sox. Which type of region is this?

• Perceptual

• Formal

• Physical

• Functional

Which type of regions are displayed on this map showing which electric companies service which parts of Central Florida?

• Perceptual

• Functional

• Formal

• Human

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a Perceptual Region?

• No clear boundaries

• No factual evidence

• Defined by people's attitudes or opinions

• The central point houses the function

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Formal regions?

• Defined formally, often by government or other structures

• Often times share physical or human characteristics

• Can also be defined by natural features like mountain ranges

• Often linked by the flow or movement of something

The state boundaries of Florida are an example of

• a perceptual region

• a functional region

• a formal region

• a physical region