The ________ projection is probably the most famous and well-used projection for world maps.
A) global
B) large scale
C) small scale
D) Mercator
E) U.S.G.S. topographic quadrangle

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The Mercator projection is the most famous and well-used projection for world maps. It was introduced by Gerardus Mercator in 1569 and has been used for navigation and other purposes ever since. This projection displays the world as a rectangle, with accurate shapes and directions, but significant distortion in areas near the poles.

The ________ Projection Is Probably the Most Famous and Well-Used