With reference to Weapon Locating Radar (WLR) consider the following statements:1.It creates high-resolution images of the Earth's surface by utilizing the motion of the radar antenna and the Doppler effect to synthesize a large virtual antenna, resulting in detailed radar images.2.It can spot small flying objects in different conditions and predict where they will land.Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

Q. With reference to Weapon Locating Radar (WLR) consider the following statements::
1.It creates high-resolution images of the Earth’s surface by utilizing the motion of the radar antenna and the Doppler effect to synthesize a large virtual antenna, resulting in detailed radar images.
2.It can spot small flying objects in different conditions and predict where they will land.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. WLR is designed to detect and locate the origin of incoming enemy artillery fire. It helps identify and track the trajectory of hostile artillery rounds to provide timely information for countermeasures and protection of friendly forces.

Statement 2 is correct. The radar can spot small flying objects in different conditions and predict where they will land.

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