Name and describe the two types of radar mapping.

• A. A Mapping - utilized when there is mountainous terrain; C Mapping - utilized when the terrain is flat.
• B. B Mapping - used for coastal terrain; D Mapping - used for urban terrains.
• C. A Mapping - used for flat terrain; C Mapping - used for mountainous terrain.
• D. No mapping types exist.

Answer: (A)

Radar mapping uses two display modes to match the terrain you're scanning. The two types are A mapping and C mapping. A mapping is used for mountainous terrain because it emphasizes vertical relief, making peaks, ridges, and valleys stand out so you can interpret elevation changes clearly. C mapping is used for flat terrain because it reduces exaggerated relief and provides a more uniform presentation, making subtle, flat-area features easier to discern. The other options pair mappings with terrains that aren’t the defined pairs, and there aren’t additional mapping types beyond A and C in this system.