Geographical math

Scale:

  1. Two maps have identical dimensions (65 by 55 cm). Map A has a scale of 1:15,000 while Map B has a scale
    of 1: 75,000.
    a) Explain which map has the larger scale. (4)
    b) Calculate the difference in area (in km2) depicted by these two maps. Which map
    c) shows the larger area? (6) [Show your calculations to 2 decimal places]
    Map Interpretation:
  2. Using the New Westminster (92 G/2) map, compare and contrast the main land use patterns in relation to
    the natural landscapes within the limits of the District Municipality (Township) of Langley (20) [Not more than 2
    pages]
  3. What problems might you encounter in using the New Westminster (92 G/2) map to choose and build a new
    community clinic in the City of Langley? How can you resolve them? (10) [Not more than 1 page]

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