Question detail
Which of the following best describes how satellite imagery can be used to monitor deforestation over time?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Use of qualitative and quantitative data
Question
- A. By comparing colour changes in images taken on different dates
- B. By measuring the temperature of forested areas
- C. By counting the number of trees in a single image
- D. By analysing soil composition from the ground
Answer
The correct answer is By comparing colour changes in images taken on different dates.
Explanation
The correct option is By comparing colour changes in images taken on different dates. By comparing colour changes in images taken on different dates is correct because it directly matches the approved learning objective to use satellite imagery as geographical data. This belongs to Use of qualitative and quantitative data within Use of qualitative and quantitative data, so the answer must stay focused on the geographical process, evidence, place, or impact named by the curriculum. The other options are weaker because they move away from Use of qualitative and quantitative data, reverse the geographical relationship, or make a broader claim than the objective supports.
Common mistake
Misinterpreting Satellite Images
Students often confuse satellite imagery with photographs taken from the ground, leading to incorrect analysis of geographical features.
Emphasize the differences between satellite imagery and ground-level photographs, focusing on how satellite images provide a broader perspective and can show patterns not visible from the ground.
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