When defining urban settlements primarily on the basis of the population size, one is said to be using a(n) __________ definition.

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Defining urban settlements based on population size is a demographic definition, as it is based on a specific characteristic of the population. Cultural, political, and economic definitions would focus on other aspects such as shared beliefs, governmental boundaries, or economic activities, respectively.

When Defining Urban Settlements Primarily on the Basis of the Population