Question
the Mercator projection useful?(1 point)
Responses
Yes; when creating thematic maps
Yes; when creating thematic maps
No; its distortions are too great
No; its distortions are too great
Yes; in naval settings without roads
Yes; in naval settings without roads
No; latitude/longitude lines aren’t needed with GPS
Responses
Yes; when creating thematic maps
Yes; when creating thematic maps
No; its distortions are too great
No; its distortions are too great
Yes; in naval settings without roads
Yes; in naval settings without roads
No; latitude/longitude lines aren’t needed with GPS
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The Mercator projection is particularly useful in specific contexts, such as:
- **Yes; in naval settings without roads**: The Mercator projection preserves angles, making it advantageous for maritime navigation. Because compass bearings are true to their representation on the map, sailors can navigate more easily without relying on roads.
While the other responses touch on valid points, the clear focus on navigational usefulness makes the first and third options relevant. The primary and most widely recognized use of the Mercator projection is indeed in navigation.
- **Yes; in naval settings without roads**: The Mercator projection preserves angles, making it advantageous for maritime navigation. Because compass bearings are true to their representation on the map, sailors can navigate more easily without relying on roads.
While the other responses touch on valid points, the clear focus on navigational usefulness makes the first and third options relevant. The primary and most widely recognized use of the Mercator projection is indeed in navigation.