Question

1. which map projection distorts the size of regions closer to the poles?

a. robinson mapping system

b. conic type projection

c. standard mercator model

d. gall-peters projection style

Explanation:

The Standard Mercator model (a cylindrical projection) distorts the size of regions closer to the poles. As latitude increases (toward poles), the scale factor in Mercator projection increases, making areas near poles appear larger than they are (e.g., Greenland looks similar in size to Africa, but Africa is much larger). The Robinson projection is a compromise with less extreme distortion, conic projections are better for mid - latitudes, and Gall - Peters preserves area (so it doesn't distort size in the same way Mercator does for pole - adjacent regions).

Answer:

c. Standard Mercator model