Basic concepts of geographic information system (GIS) - SS1 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 2
Which technology is used to collect geographic data in real-time?
GPS (Global Positioning System)
Barcode scanner
Fax machine
Typewriter
What is the primary function of a GIS map?
To provide driving directions
To represent and visualize geographic data
To display historical events
To play video games
How does GIS benefit emergency response teams?
By delivering pizza faster
By helping locate people in distress
By predicting lottery numbers
By designing logos
What is the relationship between geographic data and GIS?
They have no connection
Geographic data is a type of GIS
GIS is a tool for working with geographic data
They are unrelated technologies
What does GIS enable users to do with geographic data?
Bake cakes
Analyze, visualize, and make decisions about it
Write poetry
Design clothing
Provide an example of how geographic data is used in your everyday life
How can GIS technology be applied to solve environmental challenges?
Explain the difference between latitude and longitude.
In which ways do you think GIS can benefit urban planning?
How does GIS contribute to disaster management and preparedness?