b) is there any ordinal sense to zip codes? in other words, does a larger zip code tell you anything about a location compared to a smaller zip code?

liberalism

explanation:

people cluster in places that have rich soil, fresh water, and mild climates.

explanation:

the proximity of water was an advantage to western europe and its culture was able to flourish as a result. trade and travel by sea were easier and safer in historical times.

1. there are no mountains to protect it from the sea

2. and its has wet cool summers and wet, mild winters.