Types of Scale in Measurement

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What is the primary characteristic of a linear scale?

  • It appears in the form of a statement.
  • It uses ratios to display distances.
  • It is represented as a fraction.
  • It is illustrated as a continuous line. (correct)

Which of the following best describes a statement of scale?

  • It compares different units of measurement.
  • It is universally applicable across geographic scales.
  • It involves the use of a graphical line.
  • It provides a direct numerical representation of distances. (correct)

What does R.F. stand for in types of scale?

  • Rate of Frequency
  • Relative Frequency
  • Ratio Factor
  • Representative Fraction (correct)

What type of scale is represented as a fraction, such as R.F. = $ rac{1}{63360}$?

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In which type of scale is distance not shown as a graphical line?

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What is the primary purpose of a tourist map?

<p>To inform tourists about locations and travel routes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following features is characteristic of a road map?

<p>Displays highways and various travel routes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a map's scale?

<p>To represent the ratio between ground distance and map distance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the representation of roads on a road map?

<p>Larger roads are shown as thicker lines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of map would primarily inform about local landmarks for travelers?

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Flashcards

Linear Scale

A scale shown as a line.

Statement Scale

A scale described in words, like '1 cm = 1 km'.

RF (Representative Fraction)

A scale using a fraction to show map-to-real distance ratio.

Scale types

Linear, Statement, and RF are the three main types.

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RF example

1/63360 is an example of a RF.

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Tourist Map

A map designed for tourists, providing information on travel routes, landmarks, and attractions.

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Road Map

A map focusing on highways, railways, and routes, often including political features.

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Map Scale

The ratio between distances on the map and corresponding distances on the ground.

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Scale Purpose

To calculate actual distances and areas on the ground by comparing them to the map.

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Scale Location

Usually found at the bottom of the map.

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Study Notes

Types of Scale

  • Three types of scale exist
  • Linear scale: A scale shown in the form of a line
  • Statement of scale: A scale expressed as a statement e.g., 1 cm = 1 kilometer
  • Representative fraction (RF): An international scale, representing distance through a fraction; e.g., RF = 1/63360

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