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Geographic coordinate systems summary
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This has a combination of summarised notes of the geographic reference system, including that of projections and their distortions.
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1.
Map projection is a process of converting from
Answer: A three-dimensional surface to a two-dimensional surface
2.
Which map projection preserves the property of area
Answer: equivalent projection
3.
Which of the following best describes a datum? A. A mathematical model that transforms a 3-dimensional shape of the Earth on to a plane B. A mathematical model used to record position on the surface of the Erath using a rectangular grid. C. A mathematical model used to calculate geographic coordinates D. A mathematical model that creates a combination of latitudes and longitudes.
Answer: C
4.
Which map type can be utilized to best show population density?
Answer: Choropleth
5.
The general rule for labeling a line feature is to:
Answer: Place the name parallel to and close to the line, and follow the curvy part of the feature
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