(ii) Use six-figure grid referencing to locate one potential area where traffic congestion may occur in Sligo as a result of increased traffic in the area.
Exam Hint
When studying an aerial photograph, remember the correct directions to use. On vertical photographs, if there is a north arrow, the directions used can be seen on the vertical photograph below. When asked to identify land, your best estimate is allowed as nothing is certain from an aerial viewpoint.
Geographical Skills: Aerial Photographs and Urban Change 9. Study the aerial photograph of Sligo town below and answer the questions that follow. North
North-west
North-east
West
Middle
East
South-west
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South
(i) List/name and give the location of three potential land uses in the photograph. 1. 3.
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(ii) With the 40% increase in population experienced since 2016, new residential areas must be sourced. The Xs mark two potential locations for new residential areas in Sligo town.
(a) Explain why each chosen location is potentially a good choice.
South-east
(b) Explain a reason why each chosen location is potentially not a good choice (think back to urban problems).