Which of the following types of maps shows correct shapes and directions but distorts distances or sizes? (1 point) Responses equal-area projection equal-area projection Mercator projection Mercator projection Mollweide projection Mollweide projection Robinson projection

Answer 1

The type of map that shows correct shapes and directions but distorts distances or sizes is the Mercator projection. The Mercator projection is known for preserving angles and shapes at the expense of area, leading to significant distortions in size, especially near the poles.