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compare the mercator and robinson projections. which of these maps shows the most accurate size of canada? the mercator projection shows the most accurate size of canada. the robinson projection shows the most accurate size of canada. neither projection provides a more accurate representation of canada than the other. both projections accurately represent the size of canada.
The Mercator projection exaggerates the size of areas near the poles, while the Robinson projection is designed to provide a more balanced view of the world's landmasses in terms of size. Canada is located at relatively high - latitudes. The Robinson projection gives a more accurate representation of its size compared to the Mercator projection which over - inflates its size.
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The Robinson projection shows the most accurate size of Canada.