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Data and Information Organization in Computing and GIS Environment

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What does the term 'data' refer to?

Facts, measurements, characteristics, or traits of an object of interest (correct)
Knowledge of value obtained through the collection, interpretation, and/or analysis of information
Information stored efficiently in terms of space and cost
Geographic facts, measurements, or characteristics of an object

How is 'information' defined?

Knowledge of value obtained through data collection
A tool used for analyzing data
Geographic facts that define the location on Earth's surface
The knowledge of value obtained through the collection, interpretation, and/or analysis of data (correct)

What is the primary function of a GIS?

Interpreting traffic sensor data
Storing and processing grocery store product data
Collecting temperature gauge readings
Presenting geographic data and information as maps (correct)

Which statement best describes geographic data?

Data that describe geographic and spatial aspects of phenomena (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is a GIS considered 'all of the above—and more'?

It consists of a special computer program capable of storing, editing, processing, and presenting geographic data (C) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes facts, measurements, characteristics, or traits of an object of interest?

Data (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes geographic or spatial data?

Measurements or characteristics that define an object's location on the earth's surface (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'information'?

Knowledge obtained through data collection, interpretation, and/or analysis (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a GIS primarily capable of doing?

Storing, editing, processing, and presenting geographic data and information as maps (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes a GIS?

GIS is a service accessed via the Internet for data storage (C) Signup and view all the answers