What is a plan of the earth?

• A. A globe
• B. A map of the earth's surface
• C. A chart of weather
• D. A satellite image

Answer: (B)

Understanding different ways to represent the world helps you see how information is organized for study and navigation. A plan of the earth is a flat depiction of the land and features—what we call a map. It’s designed to show locations, distances, and symbols on a plane, making it useful for planning routes and understanding spatial relationships. A globe, while accurate, is a three-dimensional model, not a flat plan. A chart of weather focuses on atmospheric data rather than the general layout of places. A satellite image is a photo from space showing how the surface looks at a moment in time, not a plotted representation with standardized symbols and scales. So the best choice is a map of the earth's surface because it matches the idea of a flat, symbolic representation used to understand and navigate the world.