What Do You Know About Geographic Information Systems?

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    What is the leading company for GIS business applications?

    • MapInfo inc
    • Accugrade
    • ESRI
    • Goggle earth
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Geographical Information Systems, shortened as GIS, is a system that performs some functions pertaining spatial and geographical data. Take this quiz to challenge yourself of GIS.

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  • 2. 

    Which of these is the main GIS file format? 

    • Vector

    • Document

    • Avra

    • System

    Correct Answer
    A. Vector
    Explanation
    The main GIS file format is Vector. Vector files store geographic data using points, lines, and polygons, allowing for accurate representation of spatial features. This format is commonly used in GIS software and applications as it supports detailed and precise mapping and analysis of geographical data.

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  • 3. 

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using GIS in business applications?

    • To increase efficiency

    • To increase communication

    • To improve decision making

    • To increase

    Correct Answer
    A. To increase
    Explanation
    The given answer is "To increase". This is not a benefit of using GIS in business applications. GIS, or Geographic Information System, offers various benefits such as increasing efficiency by streamlining processes, increasing communication by providing visual representations of data, and improving decision making by analyzing spatial data. However, the option "To increase" does not specify what is being increased and does not align with the benefits typically associated with GIS.

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  • 4. 

    In GIS, what is metadata?

    • It is ‘ data about data

    • It is ‘meteorological data

    • It is ‘oceanic data’

    • It is ‘contour data’

    Correct Answer
    A. It is ‘ data about data
    Explanation
    Metadata in GIS refers to information that describes and provides context for other data. It includes details such as the source, quality, format, and characteristics of the data. This additional information helps users understand and effectively use the data. In this context, metadata is specifically referring to "data about data," which accurately describes its purpose and function in GIS.

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  • 5. 

    Who is the present Father of GIS?

    • Alfred Weber

    • E. W. Gilbert

    • Roger Tomlinson

    • Orlando Ribeiro

    Correct Answer
    A. Roger Tomlinson
    Explanation
    Roger Tomlinson is considered the present Father of GIS because he is widely recognized as the person who first coined the term "Geographic Information System" and is credited with pioneering the development of GIS technology. He conducted the first GIS project in the 1960s, in which he used computer technology to analyze and manage spatial data. His work laid the foundation for the widespread use of GIS in various fields such as urban planning, environmental management, and transportation.

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  • 6. 

    Aspects of a GIS system do NOT include...

    • Legal representation of a physical location

    • Cartography and remote sensing

    • Photogrammetry and geography

    • Land surveying and mathematics

    Correct Answer
    A. Legal representation of a physical location
    Explanation
    The aspects of a GIS system include cartography, remote sensing, photogrammetry, geography, land surveying, and mathematics. However, legal representation of a physical location is not a part of a GIS system. This means that a GIS system does not involve the legal aspects of representing a physical location, such as property boundaries or legal ownership.

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  • 7. 

    Among the following, which is an underlying aspect of GIS?

    • Geographic Information site

    • Geographic Information science

    • Geographic Information subject

    • Geographic Information systematic

    Correct Answer
    A. Geographic Information science
    Explanation
    Geographic Information Science is the correct answer because it refers to the study and analysis of geographic data using spatial analysis techniques and tools. It involves the collection, storage, analysis, and presentation of geographic information to understand patterns, relationships, and trends in the real world. GIS integrates various data sources and technologies to provide insights into spatial relationships and help in decision-making processes. It is a multidisciplinary field that combines geography, cartography, computer science, and data analysis to explore and understand the world through spatial data.

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  • 8. 

    Who was the originator of GIS? 

    • Roger Tomlinson

    • Orlando Ribeiro

    • Grigorios Konstantas

    • Alfred Weber

    Correct Answer
    A. Roger Tomlinson
    Explanation
    Roger Tomlinson is widely recognized as the originator of GIS (Geographic Information System). He is often referred to as the "father of GIS" due to his pioneering work in the field. Tomlinson developed the first true GIS in the 1960s while working on a project for the Canadian government. His groundbreaking work laid the foundation for the use of spatial data in various industries and revolutionized the way geographic information is collected, stored, analyzed, and visualized.

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is related to GIS?

    • Euclidean space

    • Ramanujan space

    • Pythagorian spacev

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Euclidean space
    Explanation
    Euclidean space is related to GIS (Geographic Information System) because it is a mathematical model used to represent the physical world in GIS. Euclidean space is a type of space where the distance between two points is calculated using the Pythagorean theorem. In GIS, Euclidean space is used to calculate distances and perform spatial analysis, allowing for the measurement and analysis of geographic features and phenomena.

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  • 10. 

    The GIS is designed to perform all these except...

    • Analyzing

    • Managing

    • Presenting

    • Editing

    Correct Answer
    A. Editing
    Explanation
    The GIS (Geographic Information System) is a software tool that is used for analyzing, managing, and presenting geographical data. However, editing is not one of the primary functions of a GIS. While some GIS software may have limited editing capabilities, the main purpose of a GIS is to analyze, manage, and present data rather than edit it. Editing tasks are typically performed using other software tools specifically designed for data editing, such as CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software.

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