Why are different states different colors on maps?

Question

For example, Idaho might be red, but Kansas is yellow.

Answer 1

because it would be harder to see the different states because of all the rivers and possibly county's

Answer 2

show borders maybe?

Answer 3

to tell the boundrays apart, and to give our nation more flare!

Answer 4

as above...like...derrrrrrrrr

Answer 5

They'll each stand out more and so they don't blend together

Answer 6

so they cans stand out.

its easier when they are different.

Answer 7

It is just so you can distinguish them from neighboring states.  I don't believe there is any other significance.

Answer 8

Honestly they are different colors, not to represent or symbolize, but to make the map more legible so you can distinguish one state from another.

Answer 9

obviously to tell the states apart eaiser duhhhh!!!!!!!!

Answer 10

So you can easily distinguish the state boundaries.

Answer 11

so its easier to  see the shape and size of each state