Question

Michael, who likes to hike, is planning a backcountry trip through the wilderness. Along with a map and a compass, he plans to use a new tool that will help him find his exact location through satellite signals and a receiver.

Which new technology in geography is Michael using in this situation?
A. GPS (Global Positioning System)
B. GIS (geographic information systems)
C. aerial photography
D. satellite imagery

Answer 1

Answer: A

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

GPS *Global Positioning System) is a tool that will help him find his exact location through satellite signals and a receiver.
Network of orbiting satellites will send precise details of their position in space back to earth. The GPS receiver at Michael will obtain these signals and will be used to calculate Michael's exact position, speed and time.
So, on Michael's back-country trip through the wilderness along with a map and a compass a GPS will help him find his exact location through satellite signals and a receiver.