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drek231 [11]
3 years ago
6

What is a map projection? A. a type of map that shows political boundaries B. a type of map that shows elevation and slope C. a

way of displaying the 3-D Earth in a 2-D form D. a tool for estimating distances on maps
Geography
1 answer:
mina [271]3 years ago
3 0

A "projection" is a way of displaying the 3-D Earth in a 2-D form <em>(C)</em>  ... like on a piece of paper.

There are many different map projections.  Each one has advantages and disadvantages.  It's not possible to correctly reproduce all the details of a globe surface on a flat piece of paper.  Something's gotta give.

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