Question

a ___ is a symbol on a map that indicates direction.
○ compass rose
○ global positioning system
○ prime meridian
○ scale
○ geographical information system

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• "compass rose": A compass rose is a symbol on a map showing directions (north, south, east, west, etc.).
• "global positioning system (GPS)": A satellite - based navigation system, not a map symbol for direction.
• "prime meridian": An imaginary line (0° longitude), not a map symbol for direction.
• "scale": Shows the relationship between map distance and real - world distance, not for direction.
• "geographical information system (GIS)": A system for analyzing and displaying spatial data, not a map symbol for direction.

So the correct option is the one that is a map symbol indicating direction.

Answer:

A. compass rose