Question 3
Map Scale, Distance and DirectionStudy the map of IJAMO DISTRICT to answer this question. What will be the new scale of the map in Representative Fraction if the map is enlarged to twice its original size?
- A.1 : 100,000
- B.1 : 200,000
- C.1 : 300,000
- D.1 : 400,000
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (1 : 100,000)
Explanation
Doubling the map makes 1 cm stand for half the ground distance: 1 : 200,000 becomes 1 : 100,000.