This map is an example of a Proportional Circle Map. Here, different sized circles are used to represent variables in a map. For this example, the circles represent the number of Mexican people residing in different states in the Unites states. Obviously, the bigger the circle, the larger the population. Knowing that, we can see that the states of Texas and California have the largest populations. This makes sense, since these states are in close proximity to the country of Mexico. Maps like this make it easier for us to visualize the information that is being presented. They are very simple and basic, nothing extravagant, no lines or confusing legends, just circles that make it very easy to interpret the information.
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