using map scales Flashcards
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Explain the purpose of using map scales.
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A scale shows the relationship between the distance on a map and the actual distance on Earth’s surface.
2
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Define Direct Statement scales and R.F. scales.
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A direct statement scale uses words to describe the relationship
between a distance on a map and a specific distance on Earth’s
surface.
A REPRESENTATIVE FRACTION (R.F.) Scale is a method for showing scale by using a fraction ratio.
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