Question

Which of the following statements is an accurate comparison of the two map projections shown?

A
The Mercator projection accurately shows direction but distorts the size of some areas compared to the Robinson projection.
B
The Robinson projection accurately shows direction but distorts the size of some areas compared to the Mercator projection,
с
The Mercator projection accurately shows distances but distorts direction compared to the Robinson projection
D
The Robinson projection accurately shows shapes but distorts direction compared to the Mercator projection.
E
The Mercator projection accurately shows area but distorts shapes compared to the Robinson projection

Answer 1

A

The Mercator projection accurately shows direction but distorts the size of some areas compared to the Robinson projection.

Step-by-step explanation:

From the observation of the two maps. It can be concluded that while Mercator projection accurately shows direction, it does not provide precise lengths or sizes of continents, particularly the maps around or closer to the north and south poles.

Hence, in this case, the correct answer is option A: The Mercator projection accurately shows direction but distorts the size of some areas compared to the Robinson projection.