Question

what map projection is shown in this image?
conic
planar
cylindrical
cubic

Explanation:

To determine the map projection, we analyze the options:

• Conic: Uses a cone, but the image shows a flat plane (not a cone) touching a pole.
• Planar (Azimuthal): Projects onto a flat plane (like a piece of paper) centered at a pole (e.g., North or South Pole). The diagram shows a flat plane touching the pole of the globe, matching planar projection.
• Cylindrical: Uses a cylinder, which is not depicted here.
• Cubic: Not a standard map projection category for this context.

Answer:

B. planar