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6.1.1 - Definition of GIS

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does GIS stand for?

💡 Hint: Recall what each letter represents.

Question 2

Easy

Name one of the main components of GIS.

💡 Hint: Think about what you use to run a computer system.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does GIS stand for?

  • Geographic Information System
  • Geographic Information Software
  • Geographic Integrated System

💡 Hint: Review the basic definition of GIS.

Question 2

True or False: GIS systems only use spatial data.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the different types of data used in GIS.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Imagine you are a city planner using GIS. Describe how you would use it to decide where to build a new school.

💡 Hint: Consider the factors that influence school placement.

Question 2

Explain how GIS can assist in disaster management and preparedness planning.

💡 Hint: Think about how geographic data aids in risk assessment.

Challenge and get performance evaluation