Question

Why the GPS is considered a dual-use technology?

• A. It has significant military and civilian applications
• B. It has been widely used for commerce
• C. It has been used for various other reasons
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A It has significant military and civilian applications

The GPS is considered a dual-use technology because it has significant military and civilian applications.

(1) Surveying, map-making navigation, cellular telephony, and geofencing are the main civilian use of GPS.

(2) Navigation, target tracking, missile and projectile guidance, search and rescue and reconnaissance are the main military use of GPS.