ArcGIS ONLINE BASICS EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Which of the following accurately characterizes ArcGIS Online?
A desktop-based Geographical Information System
A cloud-based Geographical Information System
A localized geographic information system.
A mobile device-based geographical information system - ANSWER A cloud-
based Geographical Information System
Which of the following accurately defines an ArcGIS Online organization?
- A desktop program allowing an organization to access local geographic data.
- A way of organizing or arranging maps, sceneries, apps, layers, and other
material in ArcGIS Online; this can include groups, folders, and schemas.
- A distinct virtual place within the ArcGIS Online cloud that enables an
organization to manage content and promote collaboration.
- The organization that runs ArcGIS Online; includes the location of servers,
administrators, and administration. - ANSWER A distinct virtual place within
the ArcGIS Online cloud that enables an organization to manage information
and promote collaboration.
Which of the following is listed on your ArcGIS profile?
- A telephone number.
,- Any private stuff
- A bio
- Access level: A bio
Which of the following features is available to users with public access to
ArcGIS Online?
*Select two*
- Create groups.
- Use Esri's exclusive material, such as ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World.
- Share content within the company.
- Create web maps. - ANSWER: Create groups.
- Create web maps.
How are *layers* significant and used in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Layers
are one of the key ways to interact with geographic data in ArcGIS Online.
All web maps and scenes include layers.
, Each layer refers to a dataset and describes how it is represented using symbols
and text labels.
Layers form the backbone of all web maps and scenarios. When a layer is added
to a map or scene, it might serve as either a base map layer or an operational
layer.
What role do *Web Maps* play in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Web maps are
2D maps composed of web layers that may be shared, modified, and viewed
online.
They are an essential component of ArcGIS Online and can be used throughout
the ArcGIS platform.
What role do *Web Scenes* play in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Web scenes
are similar to web maps, except they show 3D geographical data and
phenomena.
Layers can be mapped using 3D symbols.
How are *Web Apps* significant and used in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Web
apps provide you control over how users interact with web maps and scenarios.
They provide a more focused experience while also allowing for additional
context and functionality.
Even without programming skills, users can design their own web apps.
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Which of the following accurately characterizes ArcGIS Online?
A desktop-based Geographical Information System
A cloud-based Geographical Information System
A localized geographic information system.
A mobile device-based geographical information system - ANSWER A cloud-
based Geographical Information System
Which of the following accurately defines an ArcGIS Online organization?
- A desktop program allowing an organization to access local geographic data.
- A way of organizing or arranging maps, sceneries, apps, layers, and other
material in ArcGIS Online; this can include groups, folders, and schemas.
- A distinct virtual place within the ArcGIS Online cloud that enables an
organization to manage content and promote collaboration.
- The organization that runs ArcGIS Online; includes the location of servers,
administrators, and administration. - ANSWER A distinct virtual place within
the ArcGIS Online cloud that enables an organization to manage information
and promote collaboration.
Which of the following is listed on your ArcGIS profile?
- A telephone number.
,- Any private stuff
- A bio
- Access level: A bio
Which of the following features is available to users with public access to
ArcGIS Online?
*Select two*
- Create groups.
- Use Esri's exclusive material, such as ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World.
- Share content within the company.
- Create web maps. - ANSWER: Create groups.
- Create web maps.
How are *layers* significant and used in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Layers
are one of the key ways to interact with geographic data in ArcGIS Online.
All web maps and scenes include layers.
, Each layer refers to a dataset and describes how it is represented using symbols
and text labels.
Layers form the backbone of all web maps and scenarios. When a layer is added
to a map or scene, it might serve as either a base map layer or an operational
layer.
What role do *Web Maps* play in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Web maps are
2D maps composed of web layers that may be shared, modified, and viewed
online.
They are an essential component of ArcGIS Online and can be used throughout
the ArcGIS platform.
What role do *Web Scenes* play in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Web scenes
are similar to web maps, except they show 3D geographical data and
phenomena.
Layers can be mapped using 3D symbols.
How are *Web Apps* significant and used in ArcGIS Online? - ANSWER Web
apps provide you control over how users interact with web maps and scenarios.
They provide a more focused experience while also allowing for additional
context and functionality.
Even without programming skills, users can design their own web apps.
