Which of the following is TRUE concerning GPS technology?
A) It appears useful but receivers are very expensive.
B) It usually cannot pinpoint locations with an accuracy greater than 1 km.
C) The GPS satellites are owned by a private corporation.
D) The technology is freely available to the public.
E) The GPS technology allows "perfect" maps to be drawn.

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GPS technology is freely available to the public. The US government operates the GPS satellites and provides the technology to anyone with a GPS receiver. While some high-precision GPS receivers can be expensive, there are many low-cost options available as well. GPS technology is also not capable of providing "perfect" maps, as mapping applications must account for factors such as terrain and buildings that can obstruct satellite signals and affect location accuracy.

Which of the Following Is TRUE Concerning GPS Technology