Geography June exam P2 (Hard)
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Which of the following is NOT a core component of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

  • Algorithms (correct)
  • Hardware
  • Data
  • Software

    • What type of data in a GIS refers to the geographical location and characteristics of natural or constructed features on the Earth's surface?

  • Raster data
  • Vector data
  • Spatial data (correct)
  • Attribute data

    • Which of the following is the primary function of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

  • To manage and maintain financial records
  • To capture, store, and analyze textual data
  • To facilitate communication and collaboration between team members
  • To capture, store, analyze, and present spatial and geographical data (correct)

    • Which of the following software programs is commonly used in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)?

    <p>ArcGIS or QGIS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data in a GIS refers to the descriptive details about spatial data, such as the type of vegetation or the name of a road?

    <p>Attribute data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a core component of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

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

    Which type of spatial data is best suited for representing continuous phenomena like temperature gradients?

    <p>Raster data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GIS functionality allows users to extract information based on specific criteria, such as finding all cities within 50 miles of a coastline?

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

    In the context of GIS, which spatial object is used to represent specific locations, such as wells or landmarks?

    <p>Points/Nodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GIS functionality allows users to create zones around map features to analyze impacts, such as pollution spread or noise levels?

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

    Which sector is most likely to utilize GIS for market analysis, logistics, real estate, agriculture, and mining?

    <p>Private sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of developing a 'Paper GIS' using maps, photographs, and other data sources?

    <p>To create a manual, layered representation for educational or preliminary planning purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key concept in GIS refers to the geographical location and characteristics of natural or constructed features on the Earth's surface?

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

    Which core component of a GIS system is responsible for the infrastructure enabling data sharing and connectivity?

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

    What type of GIS data refers to the descriptive details about spatial data, such as the type of vegetation or the name of a road?

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

    Which of the following is considered a core component of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of spatial data in GIS is best suited for representing continuous phenomena like temperature gradients?

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

    Which sector is most likely to utilize GIS for market analysis, logistics, real estate, agriculture, and mining?

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

    What is a key advantage of using raster data in GIS over vector data?

    <p>Raster data is ideal for representing continuous phenomena like temperature gradients or elevation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GIS functionality is primarily used to ensure data consistency across different layers and sources for accurate analysis?

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

    In the context of GIS, what is the primary purpose of data manipulation and analysis operations?

    <p>To transform, combine, and extract data to make informed decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which spatial object in GIS is used to define space-bound entities like lakes, park boundaries, or land use zones?

    <p>Areas/Polygons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary purpose of developing a 'Paper GIS' using maps, photographs, and other data sources?

    <p>For educational or preliminary planning purposes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GIS functionality allows users to extract information based on specific criteria, such as finding all cities within a certain distance from a coastline?

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

    Which of the following is NOT considered a fundamental component of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

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

    Which GIS functionality allows users to create zones around map features to analyze impacts, such as the spread of pollution or noise levels?

    <p>Buffer analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of spatial data in GIS is best suited for representing continuous phenomena like temperature gradients or precipitation patterns?

    <p>Raster data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of using raster data in GIS over vector data?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core component of a GIS system is responsible for the infrastructure enabling data sharing and connectivity?

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

    Which GIS functionality is primarily used to ensure data consistency across different layers and sources for accurate analysis?

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

    Which of the following is the most significant advantage of using raster data over vector data in a GIS?

    <p>Raster data is better suited for representing continuous phenomena like temperature gradients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the 'data layering' or 'thematic layering' functionality in a GIS?

    <p>To analyze relationships and patterns by stacking different types of data, such as vegetation, water sources, and roads.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sector is the most likely to utilize GIS for applications such as market analysis, logistics, real estate, agriculture, and mining?

    <p>Private Sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of developing a 'Paper GIS' using maps, photographs, and other data sources?

    <p>To create manual layers on tracing paper for educational or preliminary planning purposes before implementing a digital GIS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which GIS functionality allows users to create zones around map features to analyze impacts, such as pollution spread or noise levels?

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

    Which type of spatial object in GIS is used to define space-bound entities like lakes, park boundaries, or land use zones?

    <p>Areas/Polygons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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