Mercator Projection

 

The Mercator map was created by Gerardus Mercator in 1569. It demonstrates direction best, but not if you are looking to go the shortest route. It is the most common map today, though it is proving less accurate and relevant. When it used, it becomes more distorted as it reaches higher latitudes. The smaller lattitude countries are scaled smaller. It has been claimed that this map is of no use unless giving direction. 

 

Pros:

• Angles are accurately drawn

• Gives accurate direction

Cons:

• Size of countries are distorted

• Only good for direction, not much else

• Less relevant today due to the urgency of getting places