1. which of the following best describes the geographer's purpose in studying patterns of migration? (2 points) (a) to identify cultural traits of the host country.(b) to identify changes in food and language.(c) to quantify numbers immigrants.(d) to identify patterns of diffusion and their effect on the host country.(e) to chart economic changes in the host country's economy

Option: (D) To identify patterns of diffusion and their effect on the host country.

Explanation:

The geographer purpose of studying the pattern of migration is to look at the reasons for the people leaving their native country and migrating to the host country.

To check the migrant's effects on the host country, it would be useful to divide two groups according to their skills - highly educated and skilled labor. Migration would affect the country because they will help the host country to built-in a good shape by their skills and knowledge.

without the article i believe the answer could be a because algeria is a low soci-economic country in africa and most countries that ahve such qualities lack womens rights

separation of church and state? not sure what you mean.