Explain how the global positioning system operates to locate your position within a few meters
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: GPS trilaterates your position by using the distance and direction to several polar orbiting satellites. The orbits are well known and a satellite is located via radio transmissions from the satellite.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false