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mart [117]
3 years ago
5

Two-dimensional maps are helpful in some ways, but can have problems. Although the Mercator map distorts areas, why is it helpfu

l? A. It shows the shape of continents accurately. B. It is useful for navigation. C. It has very little distortion. D. It is the most accurate map projection.
Geography
2 answers:
Setler79 [48]3 years ago
6 0

Answer: B. It is useful for navigation.

Explanation:

The Mercator is a famous map projections that was created by Geradus Mercator who was a Flemish geographer in 1569.

The Mercator is used for nautical purposes and is regarded as the standard map projection due to the fact that the lines of true direction can be represented on it and hence useful for navigation.

Stella [2.4K]3 years ago
4 0

Answer:

the answer is B

Explanation:

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