map scales

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Describes what map scales are and how to use them to compare map distances to real distances.

Discover how to use a map's key to determine its scale and learn how scales can be used to measure distances.

Explains how to measure distance on maps through use of scale bars, color keys, and contour lines; includes suggested activities to illustrate the concepts.

Describes what map scales are, and explains how to use them to compare map distances to real distances.

Explains what a map scale is, and shows how to use them to measure distances between places on the map.