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State Goal 17 - The Learning Standards Late High School Learning Standard A: As a result of their schooling, students will be able to locate, describe and explain places, regions and features on the Earth. 17. A. 5. Demonstrate how maps, other geographic instruments and technologies are used to solve spatial problems (e.g., land use, ecological concerns). Learning Standard B: As a result of their schooling, students will be able to analyze and explain characteristics and interactions of the Earth's physical systems. 17. B. 5. Analyze international issues and problems using ecosystems and physical geography concepts. Learning Standard C: As a result of their schooling, students will be able to understand relationships between geographic factors and society. 17. C. 5a. Compare resource management methods and policies in different regions of the world. 17. C. 5b. Describe the impact of human migrations and increased urbanization on ecosystems. 17. C. 5c. Describe geographic factors that affect cooperation and conflict among societies. Learning Standard D: As a result of their schooling, students will be able to understand the historical significance of geography. 17. D. 5. Analyze the historical development of a current issue involving the interaction of people and geographic factors (e.g., mass transportation, changes in agricultural subsidies, flood control).