Question

What type of slope is indicated on a map by equidistant contour lines?

• A. Gentle slope
• B. Uniform slope
• C. Steep slope
• D. Concave and convex slope

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Uniform slope

Contour lines showing a uniform, steep slope on a map will be evenly spaced, but close together. Remember, the closer the contour lines, the steeper the slope.

A slope, or part of slope, which has no change in angle. On a map the contour lines will be spaced evenly. If they are evenly spaced close together then the slope is uniformly steep. If evenly spaced some distance apart the slope is uniformly gentle.