3.4.3.3 - User segment
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Practice Questions
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What does a GPS receiver do?
💡 Hint: Think about what you use it for in daily life.
What type of data helps GPS receivers locate satellites?
💡 Hint: Consider which data is more general.
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What is the primary function of a GPS receiver?
💡 Hint: Think about how you use GPS in your car.
True or False: Almanac data provides precise satellite positions.
💡 Hint: Consider which type of data is more detailed.
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Design a scenario where a GPS receiver's accuracy is critical in a real-world application and explain the implications of erroneous data.
💡 Hint: Think about how GPS is used in planning and what happens if it's wrong.
Calculate the advantages and disadvantages of using almanac versus ephemeris data when planning a GPS-based navigation system for a remote hiking trail.
💡 Hint: Consider ease of use vs. the need for accuracy.
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