Esri ArcGIS Pro Foundation Certification Practice Test

Which statement best describes the difference between conflict resolution and fitting strategy tools?

1. Fitting the most labels

2. Preventing label placement

3. Changing label spacing

4. Labeling guidelines

The correct answer is: Preventing label placement

The distinction between conflict resolution and fitting strategy tools in the context of labeling in GIS is important to understand. Conflict resolution tools are specifically designed to address situations where labels overlap or conflict with each other or with other map elements. The primary objective of these tools is to prevent issues that arise from label placement, ensuring that all necessary labels are clearly displayed without obscuring one another. On the other hand, fitting strategy tools concern themselves largely with how labels are positioned efficiently according to the available space and the overall aesthetics of the map. This includes fitting the most labels that can be displayed clearly, adjusting label spacing, and adhering to labeling guidelines, but these strategies do not inherently resolve conflicts between overlapping labels. In summary, saying that conflict resolution involves preventing label placement accurately describes the core function of these tools—avoiding visual noise and enhancing readability by ensuring that labels do not overlap or clash with one another.