Map Projections

Map Projections

11th Grade

10 Qs

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Map Projections

Map Projections

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Geography

11th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of map projections?

To create a three-dimensional representation of the Earth

To remove distortion in size and shape of land masses

To accurately depict the cardinal directions

To navigate marine travel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the advantage of the Mercator map projection?

Accurate depiction of ocean

Minimizes distortion in size and shape

Easy navigation with precise direction

Maintains equal area for all land masses

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the disadvantage of the Mercator map projection?

Creates bias in perception of developed and less developed countries

Distorts the size of land masses near the poles

Difficult to interpret information

Interrupts the land masses

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of map projection is the Goode Homolosine projection?

Cylindrical map

Interrupted map

Equal area map

Composite map

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the advantage of the Fuller projection?

Accurate depiction of ocean

Minimizes distortion in size and shape

Easy navigation with precise direction

Maintains equal area for all land masses

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the disadvantage of the Fuller projection?

Creates bias in perception of developed and less developed countries

Distorts the size of land masses near the poles

Difficult to interpret information

Interrupts the land masses

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of map projection is the Robinson projection?

Cylindrical map

Interrupted map

Equal area map

Composite map

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