Esri ArcGIS Pro Foundation Certification Practice Test

Which item is necessary to create a locator for geocoding?

1. Input data

2. Address data

3. Network data

4. Reference data

The correct answer is: Reference data

Creating a locator for geocoding requires reference data, which provides the foundational geographic context necessary for the process. Reference data typically includes points that represent address locations and their associated geographic features, such as streets, postal codes, and spatial boundaries. This data allows the geocoding process to match input addresses against established geographic locations. When you input address data to be geocoded, the locator uses reference data to correctly interpret and locate those addresses in the real world. The accuracy of the geocoding result heavily depends on the quality and comprehensiveness of the reference data used. The absence of robust reference data would hinder the effectiveness of the geocoding process, making it essential for creating a locator. Other options, while related to the geocoding process in some way, do not directly address the requirement for creating a geocoding locator. For instance, input data refers to the actual addresses being geocoded, and while it is a critical component of the overall geocoding workflow, it is not sufficient on its own to create a locator. Network data is relevant for routing and location analysis but is not specifically needed for generating a geocoding locator. Address data exists within the input data category and is necessary for the geocoding