Map Interface Functionality and Features

Maria Valdisera provides a tutorial on using mapping capabilities on data.census.gov. She explains how to visualize data from Table S1501, manage geographies, switch between geography types and years, and customize map appearance. The tutorial also covers accessing geographic information and using various map tools to enhance data analysis.

What is the primary purpose of using data.census.gov as mentioned in the tutorial?

• To write research papers

• To design websites

• To visualize data using maps

• To create music playlists

Which button should you click to start mapping data from a table?

• Notes button

• Maps button

• Variables button

• Year button

How can you add multiple geographies to your map selection?

• By using the deselect button

• By dragging the cursor over geographies

• By clicking the clear GEOS button

• By clicking the notes button

What is the function of the layer button in the map interface?

• To change the color palette

• To switch between different geographies

• To add notes to the map

• To view technical documentation

Which base map option provides a plain map with only geographies indicated?

• None base map

• Detailed base map

• Basic base map

• Colorful base map

What can you use the boundaries button for?

• To add new geographies

• To switch between datasets

• To view the boundaries of different areas

• To change the map's color scheme

How can you view geographic information on a specific area in the map?

• By selecting the year button

• By using the clear GEOS button

• By clicking the identify button

• By clicking the notes button

What does the table button provide?

• A list of music tracks

• A list of technical notes

• A list of estimates for selected geographies

• A list of available datasets

What information can be found using the notes button?

• Geographic boundaries

• Base map types

• Map color options

• Technical documentation links

What is the purpose of the classes button?

• To change the number of classes on the map

• To switch between different datasets

• To add new geographies

• To view technical notes