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?

    <p>Data that describe geographic and spatial aspects of phenomena</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It consists of a special computer program capable of storing, editing, processing, and presenting geographic data</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes geographic or spatial data?

    <p>Measurements or characteristics that define an object's location on the earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Knowledge obtained through data collection, interpretation, and/or analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a GIS primarily capable of doing?

    <p>Storing, editing, processing, and presenting geographic data and information as maps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes a GIS?

    <p>GIS is a service accessed via the Internet for data storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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