why is a verbal scale not accurate ?
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why is a verbal scale not accurate ?
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Like RFs, verbal scales become invalid if the map is enlarged or reduced in size. As with representative fractions and scale bars, the text for a verbal scale should be subtle and should not draw the attention of the map reader. Map readers should have to shift their attention in order to find it on the page.
Answer:
In verbal scale the units of distance are mentioned in the map. this means that 1 cm on the map corresponds to a distance of 100km on the ground. but in the linear scale the units of distance are not mentioned. as a linear scale helps in direct measurement of distance on a map without providing the units of distance.