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What role did geographic information system (GIS) play in the improvements of mapping?
What role did geographic information system (GIS) play in the improvements of mapping?
- It hindered the development of mapping systems.
- It played a great role in the improvements of mapping. (correct)
- It is a manual system that replaced computer-based systems.
- It is a type of mapping system that only uses physical maps.
What can be done with geographic data in a GIS?
What can be done with geographic data in a GIS?
- Only store and visualize.
- Only analyze and interpret.
- Only store and analyze.
- Store, visualize, analyze, and interpret. (correct)
What kind of system is GIS?
What kind of system is GIS?
- A type of hardware that only stores data.
- A manual system that uses physical maps.
- A type of software that only analyzes data.
- A computer-based system. (correct)
What has led to the development of more sophisticated mapping systems?
What has led to the development of more sophisticated mapping systems?
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What is GIS used for?
What is GIS used for?
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Study Notes
Advancements in Mapping Technology
- Advances in technology over the last few decades have led to the development of more sophisticated mapping systems.
- The geographic information system (GIS) has significantly contributed to the improvements in mapping.
Geographic Information System (GIS)
- GIS is a computer-based system that enables the storage, visualization, analysis, and interpretation of geographic data.
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This quiz covers the development of modern mapping systems, with a focus on the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
