Which statement is true about planimetric maps?

Which statement is true about planimetric maps?

• A. They include elevation data
• B. They do not include elevation data
• C. They focus on climate
• D. They show relief shading

Answer: (B)

Planimetric maps show features as they appear in a flat, horizontal view, with no vertical dimension. Because of that, they do not include elevation data, since height information requires contours, spot elevations, or shading to convey terrain. Elevation is typically captured on topographic or relief maps, not on planimetric ones. Climate-focused content or relief shading represents different map purposes and techniques, not the standard planimetric view. So, the statement that planimetric maps do not include elevation data is the accurate one.