Practice Definition Of Gis (6.1.1) - Geographical Information System (GIS)

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Question 1.
What does GIS stand for?
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Recall what each letter represents.
Question 2.
Name one of the main components of GIS.
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Think about what you use to run a computer system.
3Question 3.
What does GIS stand for?
- Geographic Information System
- Geographic Information Software
- Geographic Integrated System
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Review the basic definition of GIS.
4Question 4.
True or False: GIS systems only use spatial data.
- True
- False
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Think about the different types of data used in GIS.
Question 5.
Imagine you are a city planner using GIS. Describe how you would use it to decide where to build a new school.
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Consider the factors that influence school placement.
Question 6.
Explain how GIS can assist in disaster management and preparedness planning.
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Think about how geographic data aids in risk assessment.

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