3.2.2 - Selection of Suitable Scale
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What does a scale represent on a map?
💡 Hint: Think about how distances on a map correspond to distances you see in real life.
Why is it important to choose the right scale?
💡 Hint: Consider how a wrong scale might lead to misinterpretation.
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What happens if the scale on a map is too large?
💡 Hint: Think about how maps work and what characteristics a map displays.
True or False: A scale is irrelevant to the audience's ability to read a map.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how different scales can be confusing or clear based on the audience.
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Create a detailed scale for a thematic map illustrating climate changes across a continent, considering the data's nuances.
💡 Hint: Think of how climate effects are highly localized and may vary across different regions.
Analyze two different maps of the same area with distinct scales and evaluate their effectiveness in data representation.
💡 Hint: Look at how data is displayed differently based on the scale.
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