section 00 (quiz & script sheets & exercise videos)

Question 1

Where is the defined point zero of the Geographical Coordinate System?

Answer 1

The defined point zero is at the intersection of prime-meridian and equator.

Question 2

Is the following statement correct?

“Latitudes are northern or southern distances of an earth-surface-point from the equator, given in angular dimensions.”

Answer 2

TRUE

Question 3

Geographical coordinates consist of longitude and latitude.

Define the coordinates of Aachen.

Answer 3

50° 47’ N (latitude)

6° 05’ E (longitude)

Question 4

Are the following statements correct?

“Map projections show a flat picture (2D) of the earth’s surface.”

“The choice of projection determinates extent and type of the distortion.
It also determines a map’s suitability for the intended purpose.”

“The projection creates a transformation from a spherical or an elipsoid surface to a plain level following mathematical rules.”

Answer 4

TRUE

TRUE

TRUE

Question 5

Which Gauß-Krüger zone is valid for Aachen?

Answer 5

Germany Zone 2 / Second Zone

Question 6

Explain how to avoid negative coordinates for places western of the middle meridian in the Gauß-Krüger principle.

Answer 6

Easting:

by adding 500.000m distance to the right of the central meridian

Question 7

Is the following statement correct?

“To see two or more layers in the same location and time you have to adjust “Label”-settings of the layers.”

Answer 7

WRONG