In the Alberta land measurement system, how is a section further divided?

In the Alberta land measurement system, a section is divided into quarter sections. Each section is typically one square mile, which equates to 640 acres. When this section is divided, it results in four quarter sections, each comprising 160 acres. This subdivision system facilitates the organization, management, and sale of land, making it easier for individuals and developers to obtain more manageable plots of land for agricultural, residential, or commercial use.

The other options do not accurately describe how a section is divided in this system. Meridians, ranges, and townships are part of the broader framework used in surveying and mapping land, but they do not represent the subdivisions of a section itself. Using quarter sections allows for practical land ownership and utilization at a scale suitable for farming or development.