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    A component of an ArcGIS project that displays data about map features in tabular form is called a 

    • Attribute Table
    • Layout
    • Project
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  • 2. 

     Which of the following is an example of a quantitative attribute?

    • Address

    • Name

    • Population

    • Telephone number

    Correct Answer
    A. Population
    Explanation
    Population is an example of a quantitative attribute because it represents a numerical value that can be measured or counted. It is a characteristic that can be quantified and compared, such as the number of people living in a specific area. In contrast, address, name, and telephone number are examples of qualitative attributes, as they describe the quality or characteristics of something rather than a numerical value.

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  • 3. 

    An  area that is drawn at a uniform distance around a feature is called a

    • Buffer

    • Census

    • Clip

    • Dissolve

    Correct Answer
    A. Buffer
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 4)

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  • 4. 

     The process of cropping the extent of one layer to the extent of another layer is called 

    • Clipping features

    • Dissolving features

    • Inputting features

    Correct Answer
    A. Clipping features
    Explanation
    Clipping features refers to the process of limiting or cropping the extent of one layer to match the extent of another layer. This is commonly done in GIS (Geographic Information System) applications to ensure that multiple layers align properly and only show the desired area of interest. It helps in creating more accurate and visually appealing maps by removing unnecessary data outside the desired boundary.

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  • 5. 

     Add-on software products that run with ArcGIS to enhance its capabilities are called

    • Extensions

    • Layouts

    • Scripts

    • Tables

    Correct Answer
    A. Extensions
    Explanation
    Extensions are add-on software products that enhance the capabilities of ArcGIS. These extensions provide additional tools and functionalities that are not available in the core software. They allow users to perform specialized tasks, such as spatial analysis, 3D modeling, or geocoding. By installing and using extensions, users can customize and extend the functionality of ArcGIS to better suit their specific needs and requirements.

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  • 6. 

     Satellite  images, scanned data and photographs are examples of what type of data?

    • Feature data

    • Image data

    • Theme data

    • Vector data

    Correct Answer
    A. Image data
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 3 )

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  • 7. 

      The process of aligning an image to another image or feature data layer is called

    • Georeferencing

    • Addressing

    • Blocking

    • Geocoding

    Correct Answer
    A. Georeferencing
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 5)

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  • 8. 

     Joining tables is a very important feature in ArcView because

    • data needed for analysis may be contained in two tables

    • only one table may be used in each ArcView project.

    • some data may be incorrect

    • it must be done in every ArcView project.

    Correct Answer
    A. data needed for analysis may be contained in two tables
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 2)

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  • 9. 

     Map elements such as a legend, scale bar, north arrow, etc. are needed for a map layout because

    • they are legally required for all printed maps.

    • a map cannot be printed from ArcMap without these elements

    • otherwise the data contained in the map cannot be fully understood.

    • they serve to map the map layout more attractive.

    Correct Answer
    A. otherwise the data contained in the map cannot be fully understood.
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1)

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  • 10. 

    Data represented as points, lines, and polygons are of what type of data?

    • Continuous data

    • Feature data

    • Image data

    • Raster data

    Correct Answer
    A. Feature data
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 3 )

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  • 11. 

     Where can the symbology for a data file be specified in ArcMap?

    • Data Frame Properties

    • Effects

    • Layer Properties

    • Page Setup

    Correct Answer
    A. Layer Properties
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1 )

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  • 12. 

     What is the data file extension of an ArcMap project file?

    • .apr

    • .doc

    • .mxd

    • .prj

    Correct Answer
    A. .mxd
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 1)

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  • 13. 

    In order to display data from a table of longitude/latitude coordinates in ArcMap, what option must be used? 

    • Display X,Y Data

    • Geocoding

    • Geoprocessing

    • Georeferencing

    Correct Answer
    A. Display X,Y Data
    Explanation
    To display data from a table of longitude/latitude coordinates in ArcMap, the option that must be used is "Display X,Y Data". This option allows the user to input the table containing the coordinates and specify the columns that represent the longitude and latitude values. ArcMap then plots the data on the map based on these coordinates, allowing for visualization and analysis of the spatial data.

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  • 14. 

    A component of an ArcGIS project that displays data frames, charts, reports and other graphic elements that may be printed is called a

    • Extension

    • Layout

    • Script

    • Table

    Correct Answer
    A. Layout
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 2 )

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  • 15. 

     If you could not find the exact school that you were looking for on an ArcMap map display, what would be the best (quickest) way to find it?

    • Use the Identify tool and click on the schools

    • Open the school table, click on the record, then look for the selected school on the map.

    • Use the Measure to find the shortest route

    • Use the Measure to find the closest school.

    Correct Answer
    A. Open the school table, click on the record, then look for the selected school on the map.
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1)

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  • 16. 

     Programs written in Visual Basic programming language that allow you to customize ArcView GIS are called

    • Extensions

    • Layouts

    • Scripts

    • Tables

    Correct Answer
    A. Scripts
    Explanation
    Programs written in the Visual Basic programming language that allow you to customize ArcView GIS are called scripts. Scripts are used to automate tasks, create custom tools, and add functionality to ArcView GIS. They can be written to perform specific actions or to interact with the software's interface and data. Scripts in Visual Basic are a powerful way to extend the capabilities of ArcView GIS and tailor it to specific user needs.

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  • 17. 

    What is the technique that can be used to attach features to elements such photos, documents and web pages so that by clicking on a feature the element can be opened and viewed? 

    • Attaching

    • Hyperlinking

    • Joining

    • Relating

    Correct Answer
    A. Hyperlinking
    Explanation
    Hyperlinking is the technique that can be used to attach features to elements such as photos, documents, and web pages. By clicking on a feature, the element can be opened and viewed. Hyperlinking allows for easy navigation and access to related content by creating clickable links that connect different elements together.

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  • 18. 

    An ArcMap file that contains data frames, layouts, scripts, and sometimes charts is  called a         

    • Cartographic file

    • Map Document

    • Projection

    • Selection

    Correct Answer
    A. Map Document
    Explanation
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  • 19. 

     Collections of geographic data that are alike are called

    • Charts

    • Layers

    • Projects

    • Scripts

    Correct Answer
    A. Layers
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 1 )

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  • 20. 

     Data frame properties differ from layer properties because

    • data frame properties can only be changed once in a project.

    • data frame properties affect all of the data layers in a data frame and layer properties only affect a particular layer.

    • data frame properties are changed only in ArcCatalog

    • data frame properties are the only properties that determine how data is displayed in a map layout.

    Correct Answer
    A. data frame properties affect all of the data layers in a data frame and layer properties only affect a particular layer.
    Explanation
    Unit 2 Lesson 1

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  • 21. 

     The process of reducing the amount of detail in a layer by removing boundaries of areas with the same attribute value is called

    • Clipping features

    • Dissolving features

    • Inputting features

    • Resulting features

    Correct Answer
    A. Dissolving features
    Explanation
    Dissolving features is the process of reducing the amount of detail in a layer by removing boundaries of areas with the same attribute value. This means that areas with the same attribute value are combined into a single feature, resulting in a simplified representation of the data. Clipping features, inputting features, and resulting features do not specifically refer to the process of reducing detail in a layer by removing boundaries, making them incorrect answers.

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  • 22. 

     What would be the best zoom function to use if you wanted to get a closer look at some selected records on the map?

    • Zoom In

    • Zoom to Full Extent

    • Zoom to Layer

    • Zoom to Selected Features

    Correct Answer
    A. Zoom to Selected Features
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1)

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  • 23. 

     Using degrees for distance measurement in GIS analysis is not recommended because

    • degrees of longitude differ because they do not have constant distance between them as you move from equator to pole.

    • degrees differ based on the temperature of a region.

    • degrees differ based on the elevation of a region.

    • degrees are not used for identifying locations for data generated since 1957.

    Correct Answer
    A. degrees of longitude differ because they do not have constant distance between them as you move from equator to pole.
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 5)

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  • 24. 

     What ArcGIS function allows you to navigate more quickly to data storage locations?

    • Add Data

    • Browse

    • Connect to folder

    • Menus

    Correct Answer
    A. Connect to folder
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 3 )

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  • 25. 

    What would be the best attribute-related query expression to use if you wanted to find all elementary schools in Smith county? 

    • (([County_Name] = Smith) and (([School_Type] = “Elementary”) not (“Middle School”) and not (“High School”))

    • (([ County_Name] = Smith) and (([School_Type] = “Elementary”))

    • (([County_Name] = Smith) or (([School_Type] = “Elementary”))

    • (([County_Name] = Smith) or (([School_Type] = “Elementary”) not (“Middle School”) and not (“High School”))

    Correct Answer
    A. (([ County_Name] = Smith) and (([School_Type] = “Elementary”))
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 4)

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  • 26. 

     The ArcGIS program that allows you to view and analyze geographic data is called         

    • ArcCatalog

    • ArcMap

    • ArcToolbox

    • ArcGeography

    Correct Answer
    A. ArcMap
    Explanation
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  • 27. 

     Where can the coordinate system for a map display be specified in ArcMap?

    • Data Frame Properties

    • Effects

    • Layer Properties

    • Page Setup

    Correct Answer
    A. Data Frame Properties
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1 )

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  • 28. 

    The act of using computer drawing tools to draw feature data using remotely sensed image data is called  

    • Clipping

    • Dissolving

    • Heads-up digitizing

    • Georeferencing

    Correct Answer
    A. Heads-up digitizing
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 3)

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  • 29. 

     In creating overlays, a union differs from an intersect because

    • a union can only be performed using polygon features

    • an intersect can be performed on all data layers and a union cannot

    • a union contains overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set.

    • an intersect contains overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set.

    Correct Answer
    A. a union contains overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set.
    Explanation
    A union differs from an intersect because it combines overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set, while an intersect only includes overlapping areas. This means that a union will result in a larger combined area, including both shared and unique features from each dataset.

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  • 30. 

    The display that is used to show the distribution of pixel values in a data layer is called a

    • Attribute table

    • Data Frame Properties

    • Histogram

    • Layer Properties

    Correct Answer
    A. Histogram
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 1 )does not use the word “histogram”

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  • 31. 

     What would be the best attribute-related query expression to use if you wanted to find all areas in the county with per capita income of at least $15,000?

    • ([Aggreg_Inc] > 15000)

    • ([PerCapInc] never> 15000)

    • ([PerCapInc] > 15000)

    • ([PerCapInc] not < 15000)

    Correct Answer
    A. ([PerCapInc] > 15000)
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 4)

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  • 32. 

    What would be the best expression to use in Select By Location query to find where all railroad crossings were located in the county? 

    • Railroads that are within a distance of 0 of streets

    • Railroads that are completely contained by streets

    • Streets that intersect railroads

    • Streets that are within a distance of 0 ft of railroads

    Correct Answer
    A. Streets that intersect railroads
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 2)

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  • 33. 

      The ArcGIS program that allows you to preview and create new data files is called    

    • ArcCatalog

    • ArcMap

    • ArcToolbox

    • ArcGeography

    Correct Answer
    A. ArcCatalog
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 1)

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  • 34. 

    The ArcGIS program that allows you to change data projections and convert data files from one type to another is called

    • ArcCatalog

    • ArcMap

    • ArcToolbox

    • ArcGeography

    Correct Answer
    A. ArcToolbox
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 4)

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  • 35. 

     Locations of interest that can be taken with a GPS unit are called 

    • Waypoints

    • Markers

    • Routes

    • Bearings

    Correct Answer
    A. Waypoints
    Explanation
    Waypoints are locations of interest that can be taken with a GPS unit. They are specific points on a map that can be marked and saved for future reference or navigation. Waypoints are commonly used in outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and geocaching, as they help users navigate to specific locations accurately. By saving and accessing these waypoints, GPS users can easily track their progress, plan routes, and find their way back to important locations.

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  • 36. 

    In creating overlays, a union differs from an intersect because 

    • a union can only be performed using polygon features

    • an intersect can be performed on all data layers and a union cannot.

    • a union contains overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set.

    • an intersect contains overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set.

    Correct Answer
    A. a union contains overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set.
    Explanation
    A union differs from an intersect because a union combines the overlapping and non-overlapping areas from each data set. In other words, when performing a union, the resulting overlay will include all the features from both data sets, including areas where they overlap as well as areas where they do not overlap. On the other hand, an intersect only includes the overlapping areas from each data set, excluding any non-overlapping areas.

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  • 37. 

     Different map projections are used for different GIS projects because

    • only UTM coordinate systems can be used for computer-aided geographic analysis.

    • the same map projection cannot be used for more than one project

    • spherical coordinate systems are the best systems to use for GIS analysis

    • the map projection that is best for the study area should be used.

    Correct Answer
    A. the map projection that is best for the study area should be used.
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 5)

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  • 38. 

     Measurements taken in GIS analysis may differ based on the coordinate system and map projection used because

    • the features being measured would probably differ

    • the units of measurement would be different.

    • different map projections have different degrees of distortion.

    • locations on the face of the Earth are constantly changing making accurate measurement impossible.

    Correct Answer
    A. different map projections have different degrees of distortion.
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 5)

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  • 39. 

    How would data that lists the addresses of all restaurants in your county appear in an ArcGIS attribute table?

    • Column

    • Menu

    • Record

    • Row

    Correct Answer
    A. Column
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1)

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  • 40. 

     A shapefile differs from a geodatabase because

    • a shapefile can contain a single feature class and a geodatabase can contain multiple feature classes.

    • a shapefile can contain only point, line or polygon feature types but a geodatabase can use other geometric types.

    • a shapefile cannot be created in ArcCatalog but a geodatabase can.

    • a shapefile is the only data format that can be viewed in ArcCatalog.

    Correct Answer
    A. a shapefile can contain a single feature class and a geodatabase can contain multiple feature classes.
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 3)

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  • 41. 

    A component of an ArcMap project that contains layers that form interactive maps is called a 

    • Attribute Table

    • Chart

    • Data frame

    • View

    Correct Answer
    A. Data frame
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 1 )

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  • 42. 

     To create a new data layer from selected records in an existing data layer, what ArcMap option must you use?

    • Add data

    • Export data

    • Import data

    • Rectify data

    Correct Answer
    A. Export data
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 4)

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  • 43. 

     Which of the following is an example of a Select by Attribute query?

    • Selecting all roads that intersect streams

    • Selecting all schools contained in a congressional district

    • Selecting all census tracts with a per capita income less than $15,000

    • Selecting all schools located within 1 mile of a railroad

    Correct Answer
    A. Selecting all census tracts with a per capita income less than $15,000
    Explanation
    Unit 2, Lesson 2)

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  • 44. 

    The process of creating map features from a table of addresses is called 

    • Addressing

    • Blocking

    • Geocoding

    • Georeferencing

    Correct Answer
    A. Geocoding
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 3)

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  • 45. 

     Which of the following is an example of a Select by Location query?

    • Selecting all census tracts with a per capita income less than $15,000

    • Selecting all schools located inside the city limits

    • Selecting all high schools in a school district

    • Selecting all cities with populations greater than 100,000

    Correct Answer
    A. Selecting all schools located inside the city limits
    Explanation
    (Unit 2, Lesson 2)

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  • 46. 

     A layer data file differs from a shapefile because

    • a layer file is the only type of data that can be viewed in ArcMap

    • a layer file can be created in ArcCatalog but a shapefile cannot.

    • a layer file retains its symbology properties and a shapefile does not.

    • a shapefile is the only type of data that can be viewed in ArcMap

    Correct Answer
    A. a layer file retains its symbology properties and a shapefile does not.
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 3)

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  • 47. 

    A query performed using the Definition Query in Layer Properties differs from a Select by Attribute query because 

    • only the features meeting the query criteria will display in the map.

    • the features meeting the query criteria will display in a different color.

    • only point feature data can be used in the query.

    • only polygon feature data can be used in the query

    Correct Answer
    A. only the features meeting the query criteria will display in the map.
    Explanation
    A query performed using the Definition Query in Layer Properties differs from a Select by Attribute query because only the features meeting the query criteria will display in the map. This means that when using the Definition Query, only the specific features that meet the criteria specified in the query will be shown on the map, while the rest will be hidden. In contrast, a Select by Attribute query may select features based on the query criteria, but it does not hide the non-selected features from the map display.

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  • 48. 

      Surfaces are better types of data layers to be used for continuous data than features because

    • continuous data cannot be displayed as feature data

    • because every point on the Earth has a specific temperature, elevation, rainfall, etc. associated with it.

    • surface data is homogeneous

    • feature data is heterogeneous.

    Correct Answer
    A. because every point on the Earth has a specific temperature, elevation, rainfall, etc. associated with it.
    Explanation
    (Unit 1, Lesson 1)

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  • 49. 

     The default classification method ArcMap uses to automatically group data values is 

    • Natural Breaks

    • Quantile

    • Defined Interval

    • Manual

    Correct Answer
    A. Natural Breaks
    Explanation
    ArcMap uses the Natural Breaks classification method as the default to automatically group data values. This method identifies natural groupings in the data by minimizing the variance within each group and maximizing the variance between groups. It is particularly useful for data with unevenly distributed values and helps to highlight patterns or clusters in the data.

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