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Use the scale and the cut-out ruler to find the distance between objects on this map.
21 cze 2024 · Measuring Distances on a Map. Students use a map scale to measure distance between cities and other places on a map of your state. They create and exchange quizzes and use an interactive map to check their answers.
A map scale is a tool used to measure distances on a map. The Graphic Scale uses a line with separations marked by smaller intersecting lines. The map reader uses the scale along with a ruler. Students read the scale’s conversion in inches to determine distances.
Children practice calculating relative distances between locations on a map with this map scale worksheet. Students learn that because maps are drawn to scale, people can use small units of measurement to calculate large distances.
Use the scale on the map and the ruler at the bottom of the page to answer the distance questions below. Be sure to measure from the center of the first to the center of the second .
Learn to read and interpret maps with our map skills worksheets, that will effectively train the children of grade 1 through grade 5 in understanding directions, using simple coordinates, calculating actual distances using a map scale, or following directional instructions.
One of the most important skills in reading maps is understanding scale. This measurement worksheet teaches second graders to use map scale to determine true distances. They’ll practice measuring distance on a map with a ruler, then use scale to find distance in miles.
