Which of the following describes a property of a conformal map projection?

A conformal map projection is designed to preserve angles, meaning that it maintains the local shape of small areas. This property is particularly useful for navigation and other applications where angle fidelity is crucial. On a conformal projection, angles between intersecting curves—such as roads or rivers—remain unchanged, allowing for accurate representation of directional relationships.

In contrast, while some map projections might preserve area or distances, a conformal projection specifically focuses on maintaining angular relationships. This is why it's often used in geographical contexts where accurate representation of angles is critical, such as in aviation maps or local planning, where understanding the direction is essential.

Though there are many map projections, a conformal projection does not guarantee area preservation; in fact, it typically distorts areas, making them larger or smaller than they are on the actual globe. Additionally, these projections are not globally accurate in terms of scale; they are designed to be accurate only in small regions where angles are preserved, not across larger areas.