Question 2
Map Scale, Distance and DirectionStudy the map of NITY DISTRICT (scale 1:50,000) to answer this question. What is the scale of the map in statement form?

- A.One centimetre on the map represents half kilometre on the ground.
- B.One centimetre on the map represents one kilometre on the ground.
- C.One centimetre on the map represents five kilometres on the ground.
- D.One centimetre on the map represents fifteen kilometres on the ground
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (One centimetre on the map represents half kilometre on the ground.)
Explanation
1:50,000 means 1 cm = 50,000 cm = 0.5 km.