Which best describes map scale?
A) the distance ratio that exists between features on a map and the real world
B) where you look to see what the different symbols on the map mean
C) where you are told in which direction north is
D) where you can look up a city name and get vertical and horizontal points on the map to reference the location of that city on the map
E) the section where you can look up how far apart cities are

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Map scale refers to the relationship between distances on a map and the corresponding distances on the ground. It is usually expressed as a ratio or a fraction, such as 1:100,000 or 1/4 inch equals 1 mile.

Which Best Describes Map Scale