Question

read the definition. then choose the vocabulary term defined.
a pair of numbers and/or letters that use a grid to identify a specific location
a compass
b cardinal directions
c relative location
d coordinates

Explanation:

• Option A: A compass is a tool for finding directions, not for identifying location via a grid with number/letter pairs.
• Option B: Cardinal directions (north, south, east, west) are directions, not a grid - based location identifier with number/letter pairs.
• Option C: Relative location is a location described in relation to other places, not a grid - based identifier with number/letter pairs.
• Option D: Coordinates are a pair of numbers (and sometimes letters) that use a grid (like a coordinate grid) to identify a specific location, which matches the given definition.

Answer:

D. coordinates