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Converting map scales

Social Studies · Grade 8 · about 40 minutes

Change RF to a statement and a statement to RF by putting map and ground into the same unit, usually centimetres.

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Other lessons in this sub-strand

  1. Why we read topographic maps
  2. Marginal information on a map
  3. Compass directions on a map
  4. Types and uses of map scale
  5. Converting map scales
  6. Measuring distances on a topographic map
  7. Area of regular shapes on a map
  8. Area of irregular shapes on a map
  9. Relief on topographic maps
  10. Drainage features on topographic maps
  11. Vegetation and human symbols on maps
  12. Critical thinking and maps in daily life