The global positioning system uses a network of satellites to determine the latitude, longitude, and elevation of a specific area.

True or False?

The statement "The global positioning system uses a network of satellites to determine the latitude, longitude, and elevation of a specific area." is false. The GPS or global positioning system is a satellite - based navigation system made up of a network of 24 satellites placed into orbit by the US Department of Defense. It was originally intended for military applications but later one, it made available for civilian use. It works in any weather conditions, anywhere in the world for 24 hours a day.