1)look at the legend to find scale representation
a)if given copy down as fraction
b)if not given find it on page
2)measure from place to place in cm.
*HINT*-USE RULER ,put the zero in the dot
3)write it as a cross multiplication statement
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∙ 14y agoFeatures like a scale bar or a legend on a map allow for calculation of the distance between two places. By using the scale bar to measure the distance between two points on the map, you can then convert that measurement to the actual distance between the places.
the map scale??
The scale bar on a map helps you measure distance. It represents the relationship between the distances on the map to the actual distances on the Earth's surface. By using the scale bar, you can accurately determine the distance between two points on the map.
2.5 x 4 = 10 km
To measure distance using a topographic map, you can use the map's scale. First, determine the scale of the map, such as 1:24,000. Then, use a ruler to measure the distance on the map between two points that you want to calculate the actual distance for. Convert the measured distance on the map to the actual distance using the map scale.
the scale
The scale
To find the actual distance between two points on Earth using a graphic scale, measure the distance between the two points on the map using the scale provided. Convert this measurement to actual distance by using the ratio scale (e.g., 1 cm = 100 km) provided on the map. Multiply the measured distance by the ratio to find the actual distance between the two points on Earth.
The map scale is a part of the map that is used to measure distance. The map scale can often be found in or around the map legend.
Using a scale on a map helps to accurately represent distances between locations. It allows users to calculate the actual distance on the ground by measuring the distance given on the map. This ensures that people can plan routes and understand the spatial relationships between different places effectively.
distance
A scale strip is a small ruler with varying units that represents the proportion between a distance on the map and the actual distance on Earth. By using the scale strip, you can measure distances on the map accurately by aligning it with the map's scale and converting the measurement based on the scale ratio provided.