Tag: Map Scale

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Illustrated Textbook: Cartographic Map Scale (2)

Confused between large-scale and small-scale? What’s the difference between a ratio and a fraction (basically NOTHING)? And why is map scale keeping you on your toes? Check it out!

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Illustrated Textbook: Cartographic Decision #2: Map Scale

We find out the importance of CARTOGRAPHIC SCALE, that Dex hates to get weighed in P.E. class, and why too much of a good thing…usually ends up bad (especially when […]

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Lessons & Worksheets: Map Scale via the U.S. Department of then Interior

Have students read up on map scale with information that comes straight from the professionals. The U.S. Geologic Survey has a write-up about MAP SCALE that is clear and concise. […]

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