Practice Four-figure Grid Reference (6.1) - Geographic Skills - IB 10 Individuals & Societies (Geography)
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Four-Figure Grid Reference

Practice - Four-Figure Grid Reference

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What do the first two digits of a four-figure grid reference represent?

💡 Hint: Think about which direction is shown first on a grid.

Question 2 Easy

What does the term 'Northings' refer to in a grid reference?

💡 Hint: Think about the north direction.

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Question 1

What does a four-figure grid reference consist of?

Two Eastings and Two Northings
Three Eastings and One Northing
One Easting and One Northing

💡 Hint: Remember the structure: first two for East, last two for North.

Question 2

True or False: A grid reference can help locate features on a map.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how we use coordinates in general.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are given the grid reference 4765. Locate it and describe what type of terrain or feature you may encounter.

💡 Hint: Look for a map legend to understand the features seen at these coordinates.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain the differences and significance between four-figure and six-figure grid references in capturing geographical data.

💡 Hint: What extra digit do you add to enhance precision?

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