Practice Gis (geographical Information System) (15.4.10.2)

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Question 1.
What does GIS stand for?
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Think about how it relates to maps.
Question 2.
Name one method used in GIS for environmental assessments.
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This method combines different layers.
3Question 3.
What does GIS stand for?
- Graphical Information System
- Geographic Information System
- General Information System
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Think about how data is spatially referenced.
4Question 4.
GIS is not used for which of the following?
- True
- False
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Think of GIS applications.
Question 5.
A new highway is proposed to cut through a sensitive wetland area. Using GIS, how would you assess environmental impacts?
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Consider the layers of data you would overlay.
Question 6.
Your team has been tasked with designing a sustainable urban development plan. How might GIS help optimize this plan?
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Think about how various data types interact.

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