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Question
A map projection having correct direction and correct shape but area greatly exaggerated polewards is ______.
Options
Cylindrical Equal Area
Mercator
Conical
All the above
Solution
A map projection having correct direction and correct shape but area greatly exaggerated polewards is Mercator.
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