Question

When the scale of a map is stated in words, it is called a_________.
A.Linear or graphic scale
B.Representative fraction
C.Statement scale
D.Mercalli scale

Answer 1

Hint:Map scale refers to the ratio between distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground. The smaller the map scale, the larger is the reference number and vice versa. This scale is expressed in the form of a written statement.

Complete answer:
A linear scale is also called graphic scale which is a means of visually indicating the scale of a map, nautical chart, engineering or architectural drawing. It is a line which is divided into equal parts and is used on maps to show the relationship between a particular distance on a map and the actual distance on the earth. It is a common element of map layouts. This option is incorrect.

Representative Fraction is a map scale in which figures representing units are conveyed in the form of ratio 1:x to imply that one unit on the map represents x units. This scale has no units and is easily understood by layman. This option is incorrect.

Statement scale is the type of map scale expression in which scale is expressed in the form of a written statement. For example, 1cm on the map is equal to 10km on the ground. This option is correct.

The Mercalli scale is used to calculate the intensity of earthquakes. It does not take the energy of an earthquake directly into account, unlike Ritcher scale. This option is incorrect.

Hence, the correct answer is option C.

Note:A cartographer is a person who makes maps. NATMO, National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organization, is an exclusive National Organization in the field of thematic maps and atlas making, under the ministry of science and technology of India.