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What is the primary function of the GPS receiver?

  • To store location data
  • To receive signals from satellites (correct)
  • To transmit signals to satellites
  • To monitor satellite positions

Which component of the GPS system sends signals to the receiver?

  • Satellites (correct)
  • Atomic clocks
  • Ground stations
  • Mobile devices

What level of accuracy does the GPS provide for location determination?

  • Approximately 5 meters
  • Approximately 50 meters
  • Approximately 100 meters
  • Approximately 20 meters (correct)

In what year was the GPS system made available to the public?

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What is a future application of GPS technology mentioned?

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What is a washing machine primarily used for?

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Which of the following is classified under 'Home' inventions?

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What is the role of rockets?

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What does a portable device refer to?

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How did sailors in the past determine their position?

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What is a common characteristic of laptops?

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Which statement correctly describes artificial satellites?

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Why are laptops becoming increasingly popular?

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Which of the following is NOT a place where laptops can be used?

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What role do planets have concerning satellites?

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What is an invention?

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Which of the following is NOT a skill related to working with websites?

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Which of the following devices is typically matched with the invention of the telephone?

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What is the purpose of using visuals on a website about a device?

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Which of these best describes the method of skimming a website article?

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What is a GPS defined as?

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Which phrase can be used to provide examples in writing?

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What type of definitions is 'that' preferred over?

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Which of the following is an example of using 'for example' correctly?

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Which of the following best describes a thermometer?

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Which of these statements correctly uses the abbreviation 'e.g.'?

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What is the function of a vacuum cleaner?

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What is the purpose of a photocopier?

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What is a key factor to consider when evaluating the reliability of a website?

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Which country used wind power for approximately 23% of its electricity needs?

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What was the worldwide capacity of wind-powered generators in 2005?

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What percentage of electricity use did wind power account for in Germany around 2005?

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What type of web page is likely considered the best for researching an essay?

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Which statement is true regarding the global use of wind power between 1999 and 2005?

<p>It more than quadrupled. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the common sources of information for wind power developments mentioned?

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What should you check about the author of a website to evaluate its reliability?

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Flashcards

What are GPS satellites used for?

A network of satellites that orbit Earth and transmit radio signals to GPS receivers.

How does a GPS receiver pinpoint its location?

GPS devices use radio waves to calculate the distance between themselves and multiple satellites. By knowing the distances and the satellites' positions, the receiver can pinpoint its own location.

What is a GPS receiver?

A portable electronic device that receives signals from GPS satellites to determine its location.

What are some things that can be equipped with GPS?

A device like a watch or phone that uses GPS to locate itself.

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How accurate are GPS systems?

The accuracy of modern GPS systems allows for an error margin of about 20 meters, meaning it can tell you your location to within approximately 20 meters.

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What is a GPS?

A device that uses satellites to pinpoint a user's location.

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What is a thermometer?

A device that measures temperature.

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What is a satellite?

An object that orbits another object in space.

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What is a laptop?

A portable computer weighing approximately 1-3 kg.

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What is a photocopier?

A machine that makes copies of documents.

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What is a remote control?

A device that controls things from a distance.

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What is a drill?

A tool used for making holes.

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What is a speedometer?

An instrument that shows how fast you are traveling.

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Laptop

A type of computer that can be used anywhere because it is portable and runs on battery power.

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Satellite

An object that orbits around another object, such as a planet or star.

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Artificial Satellite

A man-made object that orbits the Earth or another celestial body.

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Natural Satellite or Moon

A natural satellite, like the moon, that orbits a planet.

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Battery

A device that allows laptops to run without being plugged into a power outlet.

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Invention

A new thing that someone has created for the first time.

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Device

A tool or instrument that is made for a specific purpose.

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Skimming

The process of quickly looking over a text to get the main idea.

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Scanning

The process of looking for specific information in a text.

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Visual

A diagram or picture used to explain a machine, device, or process.

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Washing machine

A device that washes clothes.

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Elephant

A very large animal found in Africa.

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Hurricane

A tropical storm that causes a lot of damage.

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Robot

A machine that works like a person.

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Rocket

A device that launches satellites into space.

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Reliable Sources

Websites that provide accurate, objective, and up-to-date information.

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Personal Website

A website created by an individual, often focused on personal interests or experiences.

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Company Website

A website owned and operated by a company, often promoting their products or services.

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Online Encyclopedia

A website that provides comprehensive information on a wide range of topics, often with neutral and objective content.

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Research

The act of researching information for a specific purpose, such as writing an essay.

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Website Usefulness

The ability of a website to provide useful information for a specific task.

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Website Evaluation

The process of carefully evaluating a website to determine its reliability and appropriateness for a particular purpose.

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Multi-Source Research

Using different sources to gain a comprehensive understanding of a topic.

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Study Notes

  • The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system
  • GPS satellites orbit the Earth
  • The ground receiver calculates the distance between the several satellites receiving signals from them
  • The GPS system calculates the users' position on Earth
  • GPS was designed in the 1980s by the U.S. Defence Department
  • GPS is now used in many different devices, such as cars, mobile phones, and in many other ways
  • Satellites help to locate objects on Earth

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