Question

What is the ratio between the actual distance on a map and the actual distance on the ground called?

• A. Proportion
• B. Balance
• C. Scale
• D. Ruler

Answer 1

The correct option is C Scale

Scale is a ratio between the actual distance on the map and the actual distance on the ground. Scales can be represented using three methods:

1. Statement scale: In this method, the scale of a map is indicated in the form of a written statement.
2. Representative fraction: It describes the proportion or ratio of the map distance and the ground distance.
3. Linear or graphical scale: It is a line divided into equal parts along with units, similar to a geometrical ruler.