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In order to do this, measure the distance from the start point to the edge of the map. The marginal notes give the road distance from the edge of the map to some towns, highways, or junctions off the map.
DETERMINING DISTANCE ON A MAP. Cadets can use a map to measure the distance between two points (eg, points A and B as illustrated at Figure 18-4-1) on the ground. All maps are drawn to scale; therefore, a specified distance on a map equals a specified distance on the ground.
Cadets can use a map to measure the distance between two points (eg, points A and B as illustrated at Figure 19) on the ground. All maps are drawn to scale; therefore, a specified distance on a map equals a specified distance on the ground.
13 paź 2015 · TBS-PAT-1002f Given a military topographic map, protractor, string, and paper, determine distance between two points using bar scale within tolerance of 30 meters. Maps. Definition of Maps....
2. Measure the distance between the main crossroads of two vil lages on your map. 3. Select two villages which are not on the same straight road. Measure the distance between them (a) by airline, (b) by several different roads, (c) by a cross-country route if a certain bridge must be used to cross a river.
The scale of the map permits the user to convert distance on the map to distance on the ground or vice versa. The ability to determine distance on a map, as well as on the earth’s surface, is an important factor in planning and executing military missions.
