What is the purpose of a compass in MakeCode?
Compass using MakeCode Quiz

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To measure temperature
To detect the direction in which the micro:bit is pointing.
To play music
To take photos
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you use the compass in MakeCode to create a simple navigation program?
Access the display section and use the 'show compass' block to create a simple navigation program
Use the 'move forward' block to navigate and ignore the compass
Access the music section and use the 'play note' block to create a simple navigation program
Access the input section and use the 'compass heading' block to get the current direction, then use conditional statements to create a simple navigation program.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the difference between the heading and rotation blocks in MakeCode compass.
Heading block gives speed, rotation block gives distance
Heading block gives direction, rotation block gives rate of change
Heading block gives rate of change, rotation block gives direction
Heading block gives altitude, rotation block gives latitude
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the main components of a compass sensor in MakeCode?
magnetometer and accelerometer
GPS and inclinometer
gyroscope and barometer
thermometer and altimeter
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can you calibrate a compass sensor in MakeCode?
Shake the compass sensor
Reset the microcontroller
Use the 'calibrate compass' block in the input category.
Blow on the compass sensor
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the limitations of using a compass sensor in MakeCode?
Limited battery life, slow response time, and high cost
Limited range, difficulty in programming, and lack of compatibility with other sensors
Interference from magnetic fields, accuracy issues, and the need for calibration
Inability to detect north direction, heavy weight, and low durability
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the concept of declination in relation to compass navigation in MakeCode.
Distance between two points
Angle between magnetic north and true north
Speed of the compass needle
Number of degrees in a circle
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