Question
We all use GPS today, even if we don't drive yet. I bet you have been in the car with a parent and they have asked you to get out your phone to find a specific location. In your car, on the phone, you are using a very sophisticated technology. GPS satellites rely on radio wave signals and as such, they signals behave like light waves.
You and your family are on vacation in the mountains. You are trying to locate the campsite where you will be staying but you cannot get a signal. What is one reason why your GPS is not responding.
Responses
A Electromagnetic waves travel in straight lines; the mountains may be blocking the signal transmissions.Electromagnetic waves travel in straight lines; the mountains may be blocking the signal transmissions.
B The atmosphere in the mountains is less dense so the electromagnetic waves cannot travel as fast.The atmosphere in the mountains is less dense so the electromagnetic waves cannot travel as fast.
C The GPS signal is being reflected off the tall buildings in the area you are traveling.The GPS signal is being reflected off the tall buildings in the area you are traveling.
D The GPS satellite signal was intercepted by the U. S. government.
You and your family are on vacation in the mountains. You are trying to locate the campsite where you will be staying but you cannot get a signal. What is one reason why your GPS is not responding.
Responses
A Electromagnetic waves travel in straight lines; the mountains may be blocking the signal transmissions.Electromagnetic waves travel in straight lines; the mountains may be blocking the signal transmissions.
B The atmosphere in the mountains is less dense so the electromagnetic waves cannot travel as fast.The atmosphere in the mountains is less dense so the electromagnetic waves cannot travel as fast.
C The GPS signal is being reflected off the tall buildings in the area you are traveling.The GPS signal is being reflected off the tall buildings in the area you are traveling.
D The GPS satellite signal was intercepted by the U. S. government.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is:
A. Electromagnetic waves travel in straight lines; the mountains may be blocking the signal transmissions.
Mountains can block or obstruct the direct line of sight between the GPS satellite and your device, making it difficult to receive a strong signal.
A. Electromagnetic waves travel in straight lines; the mountains may be blocking the signal transmissions.
Mountains can block or obstruct the direct line of sight between the GPS satellite and your device, making it difficult to receive a strong signal.