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Geological Engineering · Q20

Remote Sensing and GIS in Geological Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 20

Q20

In GIS, which analysis is used to determine the best location based on multiple weighted criteria?

A.
Buffer analysis
B.
Overlay analysis
C.
Network analysis
D.
Multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA)
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) integrates various factors weighted according to importance to identify optimal locations.It is extensively used in site selection for engineering projects.