A map that shows both area and shape fairly well but that is not exactly correct for either, so that an "accurate looking" global map can be constructed, is called a compromise projection.

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A map that shows both area and shape fairly well but that is not exactly correct for either, so that an "accurate looking" global map can be constructed, is called a compromise projection. ​

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A compromise projection is designed to provide a balance between the distortions of area, shape, distance, and direction, making it not perfectly accurate in any one aspect but providing a visually pleasing and generally useful representation of the Earth's surface.

A Map That Shows Both Area and Shape Fairly Well