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1. Which of the following is the best definition of a topographic map? a. A map

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Question

1. Which of the following is the best definition of a topographic map?

a. A map which represents elevation using contour lines.

b. A map which represents elevation using numbers.

c. A map which displays mountains, valleys, and rivers.

d. A map which represents elevation using shaded relief.

2. The contour interval is

Select one:

a. the difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines.

b. the variation in temperature.

c. the difference in elevation between two isobars.

d. the sum of two adjacent contour lines.

3. The graphic representation of graduated elevations along a line segment drawn on a map, or the "side-view" of a slice of land, is known as

Select one:

a. relief.

b. vertical exaggeration.

c. the map view.

d. the topographic profile.

4. The contour interval is

Select one:

a. the difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines.

b. the variation in temperature.

c. the difference in elevation between two isobars.

d. the sum of two adjacent contour lines.

5. On a topographic map relief is

Select one:

a. the horizontal dimensions of land surface.

b. the change in elevation between the highest point and lowest point.

c. the north/south/east/west dimensions of land surface.

d. money and food given to help those in poverty.

Explanation / Answer

1. c (a map which displays mountains, valleys and rivers. )

2. a (the difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines.)

3. d (the topographic profile)

4. a (the difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines.)

5. b ( the change in elevation between the highest point and lowest point )