Practice - Datum and Projection Considerations
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Practice Questions
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What is a datum?
💡 Hint: Think about the baseline for measurements.
Name one common map projection.
💡 Hint: Remember that it's important when creating flat maps.
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What is the purpose of a datum?
💡 Hint: Think about how surveyors find their locations.
True or False: All maps can use any projection without affecting accuracy.
💡 Hint: Consider how you flatten a globe into a map.
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Your task is to integrate data from two sources using different datums. Describe the steps you would take to ensure accurate alignment of the data.
💡 Hint: Consider how you might adjust the data mathematically to account for differences.
Explain a situation where using the incorrect map projection would result in severe consequences for a survey project.
💡 Hint: Think about how maps are used in real estate or land planning.
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