A computer system that stores, organizes, analyzes, and displays geographic data into different layers is called what?

• A. Core
• B. Periphery
• C. Geographic Information System (GIS)
• D. Human Geography

Answer: (C)

A Geographic Information System is a framework that brings together maps and data in a way that you can store, organize, analyze, and display geographic information in separate layers. The layering idea lets you stack different types of data—like roads, land use, elevation, and waterways—so you can turn layers on or off, compare features, and see how they relate spatially. GIS also supports spatial analysis, such as finding overlaps, calculating distances, or identifying areas that meet certain criteria, and then presents the results on maps and other visual outputs. This combination of data management, layered organization, analysis, and visual display is what makes GIS the best fit for the description. The other terms describe geographic concepts or fields of study rather than a system for handling layered spatial data.