Form 1: Introduction to Map Scales
Learn the basics of map scales and how they represent real-world distances. This exercise introduces key concepts for understanding map proportions.
Questions
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What does a map scale show?
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Which type of scale uses a line marked like a ruler?
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'1 inch equals 10 miles' is an example of which scale format?
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What type of scale is written as 1:24,000?
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Why do geographers include map scales on maps?
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In the ratio scale 1:50,000, what does the first number '1' represent?
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Another name for a graphic scale is a:
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In a ratio scale like 1:100, both numbers use the:
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What is one advantage of a graphic (bar) scale?
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If a ratio scale is 1:100,000, 1 inch on the map equals:
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Which tool is most useful for measuring distance along a graphic scale?
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What happens if you draw a map without using any scale?