Question 1

The aim of a map is:
A) To be readable by anyone
B) To represent all available detail of an area
C) To show the relationship between humans and the landscape
D) To visually represent geospatial data and convey some sort of message to the reader

Accepted Answer

Maps are designed to visually represent geospatial data and convey specific messages or information to the reader, such as geographical relationships, terrain features, or demographic data.

Question 2

Which of the following data-classification methods selects class break levels by taking into account statistics such as the mean of the values and the average distance that values are away from the mean?
A) Equal Interval
B) Quantiles
C) Natural Breaks
D) Standard Deviation

Accepted Answer

Standard Deviation classification method uses statistical measures, specifically the mean and the standard deviation (average distance from the mean), to determine class intervals. This method is designed to highlight how much a feature's attribute value varies from the mean.

Question 3

A map template in ArcGIS represents:
A) A pre-arranged way of placing elements on a map
B) A blank space that can be used to place items on a map
C) A pre-made map that can immediately be printed
D) Previously created symbology already applied to the map's legend

Accepted Answer

A map template in ArcGIS is a pre-arranged way of placing elements on a map, providing a consistent layout for map elements such as titles, legends, and scale bars.

Question 4

Which of the following would be best represented by a small-scale map?
A) A map of the world
B) A map of a college campus
C) A map of a metropark
D) A map of a country estate

Accepted Answer

Small-scale maps show a larger geographic area with less detail, making them ideal for representing the entire world.

Question 5

A graphical representation of the map key can best be shown with a:
A) Label
B) Legend
C) Scale bar
D) North arrow

Accepted Answer

A legend, also known as a key, is a graphical representation on a map that explains the symbols, icons, and colors used on the map, making it the best choice for showing a map key.

Question 6

Text that updates itself as changes are made to an ArcGIS layout is:
A) Unlimited Text
B) Arc Text
C) Scale Text
D) Dynamic Text

Accepted Answer

Dynamic Text in ArcGIS refers to text elements that change automatically based on the current properties of the map document, such as scale, date, or layout name.

Question 7

A graphical representation of the orientation of the map is best shown by:
A) Scale Bar
B) North Arrow
C) Legend
D) Type

Accepted Answer

The North Arrow is used to indicate the orientation of the map, typically showing the direction of north relative to the map's layout, which helps in understanding the geographical positioning of features on the map.

Question 8

A map that serves to show the location of features is which type of map?
A) Thematic
B) Choropleth
C) Locator
D) Reference

Accepted Answer

Reference maps are designed to show general spatial locations of physical and political features. They help users find geographic locations and boundaries.

Question 9

Which of the following options represents the largest-scale map?
A) 1:1000000
B) 1:0
C) 1:1
D) 1:10000

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following options represents the...

Question 10

On a large-scale map, buildings would likely be shown as:
A) Individual points
B) Individual lines
C) Individual polygons
D) They would not be shown because of the scale

Accepted Answer

On a large-scale map, which provides a detailed view of a smaller area, buildings are typically represented as individual polygons. This allows for the accurate depiction of their shapes and sizes.

Question 11

A graphical representation of a guide to the map's symbology is best shown by:
A) Representative Fraction
B) Legend
C) Maplex
D) Dynamic Key

Accepted Answer

A legend is a graphical representation of the symbols used on a map. It explains what each symbol represents, making it easier for users to understand the map.

Question 12

How is type best used on a map?
A) Only two different fonts should be used and they should be chosen to complement each other.
B) A single font should be chosen and used on all portions of the map for simplicity and consistency.
C) Three fonts are used on the map-one must be Arial, one must be a serif font, and the other must be a sans-serif font.
D) A maximum of four fonts should be used-one for the title, one for the legend, one for the typology, and one for map labels.

Accepted Answer

Using only two different fonts that complement each other ensures clarity and readability while maintaining a clean and professional appearance on the map.

Question 13

Why would data be normalized to use with a choropleth map?
A) To ensure that the numbers being displayed on the map are all the same value
B) To show representative fractions for each polygon boundary on the map
C) To ensure that only "count" values are displayed on the map
D) To convert values to a consistent level of data representation

Accepted Answer

Normalization in the context of choropleth maps is about converting values to a consistent level of data representation, ensuring that comparisons across different areas are fair and meaningful, especially when those areas vary significantly in size or population.

Question 14

Which of the following data-classification methods attempts to place an equal number of data values in each class?
A) Quantiles
B) Standard Deviation
C) Equal Interval
D) Natural Breaks

Accepted Answer

Quantiles attempt to divide the data into equal parts, such as quartiles which divide the data into four parts, placing an equal number of data values in each part. None of the other options attempt to place an equal number of data values in each class.

Question 15

A small-scale map would show:
A) A smaller geographic area than a large-scale map
B) A larger geographic area than a large-scale map
C) The same geographic area as a large-scale map, just at a smaller resolution
D) The same geographic area as a large-scale map, just at a larger resolution

Accepted Answer

A small-scale map shows a larger geographic area with less detail, compared to a large-scale map which shows a smaller area in more detail.

Question 16

The art and science of creating maps with GIS is:
A) Map Interpretation
B) HTML 5
C) Web Design
D) Cartography

Accepted Answer

Cartography is the art and science of creating maps, which is a key function of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Question 17

Which of the following data-classification methods selects class break levels by taking the complete range of values and dividing by the desired number of classes?
A) Natural Breaks
B) Equal Interval
C) Standard Deviation
D) Quantiles

Accepted Answer

The method described in the question is the definition of the Equal Interval classification method. Natural Breaks selects class break levels based on natural groupings in the data, Standard Deviation uses the mean and standard deviation to create class breaks, and Quantiles divides the data into equal parts based on percentile rankings.

Question 18

When a color ramp displays multiple different shades of the same color, which color scheme is being used?
A) Graduated Multi-Hues
B) Graduated RGB
C) Graduated Colors
D) Graduated Symbols

Accepted Answer

Graduated Colors scheme is used to display multiple different shades of the same color, typically to represent different ranges of data values on a map or in a chart. This approach helps in visualizing the intensity or density of data across a spectrum, using lighter to darker shades of the same color.

Quiz 3: How to Create a Layout With Arcgis Pro

The aim of a map is:

Which of the following data-classification methods selects class break levels by taking into account statistics such as the mean of the values and the average distance that values are away from the mean?

A map template in ArcGIS represents:

Which of the following would be best represented by a small-scale map?

A graphical representation of the map key can best be shown with a:

Text that updates itself as changes are made to an ArcGIS layout is:

A graphical representation of the orientation of the map is best shown by:

A map that serves to show the location of features is which type of map?

Which of the following options represents the largest-scale map?

On a large-scale map, buildings would likely be shown as:

A graphical representation of a guide to the map's symbology is best shown by:

How is type best used on a map?

Why would data be normalized to use with a choropleth map?

Which of the following data-classification methods attempts to place an equal number of data values in each class?

A small-scale map would show:

The art and science of creating maps with GIS is:

Which of the following data-classification methods selects class break levels by taking the complete range of values and dividing by the desired number of classes?

When a color ramp displays multiple different shades of the same color, which color scheme is being used?