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Geographic Information in Decision-Making Quiz

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What is the main purpose of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) according to López Trigal (2015)?

To analyze geographic information unconsciously

To capture and store digital information

To select the route to work and vacation route

To create and share useful information based on data and maps (correct)

How are decisions involving geographic information typically made using computers?

By analyzing alphanumeric data

Through Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (correct)

By using smartphones for navigation

By selecting the route to work unconsciously

What does a GIS consist of, according to López Trigal (2015)?

A set of tools made up of hardware, software, data, and users (correct)

A way to unconsciously select routes using smartphones

A model of geographic reality

A computer-based analysis of Earth sciences

In which areas have GIS been traditionally applied?

Military logistics and environmental issues Signup and view all the answers

What does Burrough (1994) define a GIS as?

A computer model of geographic reality to meet specific information needs Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of geographic information in decision-making according to the text?

To capture, store, manage, and analyze digital information Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of ESRI's ArcGIS application suite?

ArcGIS Desktop Signup and view all the answers

What type of analysis is performed by the Spatial Analyst in ArcGIS?

Raster analysis Signup and view all the answers

What does GIS stand for?

Geographical Information System Signup and view all the answers

Which document is designed to introduce basic GIS concepts through case studies involving the entire mapping process?

Technical paper Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the glossary of geographical terms mentioned in the text?

To standardize criteria and incorporate minimum parameters Signup and view all the answers

Which software contains classic desktop GIS functionalities?

ArcGIS Desktop (ArcGIS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of ESRI's ArcGIS application suite?

Visualization and management of geographic information Signup and view all the answers

What does ESRI stand for?

Environmental Systems Research Institute Signup and view all the answers