Question

What is the purpose of a scale in a map?

• A. Compares the distance on a map to the actual distance on the Earth.
• B. To weigh the object.
• C. To show the location on the map.
• D. To find the direction.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Compares the distance on a map to the actual distance on the Earth.

The scale shows us how to measure the distance between features shown on the map.
A scale in a map is used to compare the distance measured on the map to the actual distance on the Earth.