CST Level 1 Land Surveyor Certification Practice

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Which satellite navigation system was created by the European Union?

GPS
Galileo Satellite
BeiDou
GLONASS

The correct answer is: Galileo Satellite

The Galileo Satellite system is specifically designed and developed by the European Union as an independent global navigation satellite system (GNSS). Unlike GPS, which is operated by the United States, or GLONASS, which is from Russia, Galileo represents Europe's commitment to providing an alternative satellite navigation option that improves the accuracy and reliability of positioning services for users worldwide. Galileo is intended to enhance various applications such as transportation, agriculture, and emergency services, providing a highly accurate positioning solution. It also aims to complement existing systems and ultimately ensure that Europe has its own capabilities in satellite navigation, enhancing strategic autonomy in this critical area of technology. In contrast, GPS, BeiDou, and GLONASS are not products of the European Union. GPS is an American system, BeiDou is developed by China, and GLONASS is Russian, each serving similar fundamental purposes but owned and operated by their respective countries.