Question

advantages and disadvantages of different projections-question 2 of 2 attempt 1 of 2 whats the benefit of using a compromise projection like the robinson projection? a. it distorts the area of landmasses less than cylindrical projections do. b. it relies on mathematical formulas instead of outlined shadows. c. it accurately represents the areas of landmasses in a hemisphere. d. it represents straight directions as exactly straight lines.

Explanation:

• Option A: The Robinson projection is a compromise projection. Cylindrical projections (like Mercator) have significant area distortion, especially near the poles. The Robinson projection distorts landmass areas less compared to such cylindrical projections.
• Option B: Many projections (not just Robinson) use mathematical formulas. This is not a unique or key benefit of the Robinson projection.
• Option C: Equal - area projections (not Robinson) are designed to accurately represent areas. The Robinson projection is a compromise and does not accurately represent areas.
• Option D: Azimuthal projections (not Robinson) are good at representing straight directions as straight lines.

Answer:

A. It distorts the area of landmasses less than cylindrical projections do.