Data and Information Organization in GIS

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Data is obtained through interpretation, while information is a collection of facts.

Data is organized in spreadsheets, while information is stored in databases.

Data refers to an object's traits, while information is knowledge obtained from data. (correct)

Data is collected manually, while information is collected automatically.

Geographic data describes the spatial aspects of phenomena. (correct)

Geographic data is unrelated to physical locations.

Geographic data refers to weather measurements on Earth.

Geographic data includes data from satellite scanners.

Computers cannot process data from spreadsheets.

Computers are mainly used for gaming and entertainment purposes.

Computers can automate tasks, store data efficiently, and provide analysis tools. (correct)

Computers can only store data in physical files.

GIS is a system capable of storing, editing, processing, and presenting geographic data. Signup and view all the answers

Satellites, grocery store scanners, and traffic sensors Signup and view all the answers

Computers provide efficient storage in terms of space and cost. Signup and view all the answers

Information is knowledge derived from data collection and analysis. Signup and view all the answers

GIS can store, edit, process, and present geographic data as maps. Signup and view all the answers

Data describing geographical or spatial aspects of an object's location on Earth. Signup and view all the answers

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