Which of the following statements is true about absolute and relative location?

A.

Absolute location uses latitude and longitude coordinates, while relative location uses other locations.

B.

Absolute location is shown using a printed map, while relative location uses a GPS (global positioning system) device.

C.

Absolute location shows the entire planet, while relative location shows only a portion of the planet.

D.

Absolute location involves describing a location based on other landmarks, while relative location does not.

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Shea Huber

28 June, 00:14

Which of the following statements is true about absolute and relative location?

A.

Absolute location uses latitude and longitude coordinates, while relative location uses other locations.

B.

Absolute location is shown using a printed map, while relative location uses a GPS (global positioning system) device.

C.

Absolute location shows the entire planet, while relative location shows only a portion of the planet.

D.

Absolute location involves describing a location based on other landmarks, while relative location does not.

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Gabrielle Yates · Answer 1

A. Absolute location uses latitude and longitude coordinates, while relative location uses other locations.

Explanation:

Absolute location shows the exact position of location which expressed in terms of latitude and longitude. Latitude is varied between from 0 to 90 degree North and 0 to 90 degree south. Relative location is used in mapping (e. g., Google maps) technology from live location. It expressed in the terms of distance, time, travel and cost of transportation. Absolute location used in meteorology, defence and so on. Relative location are frequently used for the commercial purposes by the common peoples.