Esri ArcGIS Pro Foundation Certification Practice Test

If a locator provides multiple results, which action helps locate the correct feature?

1. Add labels

2. Vary the symbols

3. Use a location query

4. Use an attribute query

The correct answer is: Use an attribute query

Using an attribute query is the most effective method to narrow down the multiple results provided by a locator. When dealing with geocoding results that return several potential matches for a given location, incorporating attributes—such as specific names, types, codes, or other distinguishing characteristics—helps to filter through the results more efficiently. This allows you to specify your query based on attributes that are unique or relevant to the feature you're trying to locate. In contrast, adding labels or varying the symbols may help visualize the results but does not provide a method for resolving ambiguity when multiple features return. These visualization techniques can enhance understanding of the data and improve map readability but do not assist in selecting the correct feature based on geocoding results. A location query, while useful for identifying spatial relationships or proximity to other features, is not as directly effective in refining chosen results from a locator as utilizing specific attributes associated with those features. Therefore, an attribute query stands out as the most appropriate action for pinpointing the correct feature among multiple options.