Measuring Distance with a Scale

Use a scale to determine the distance between places on maps and globes.

Part of The student understands the concepts of location, distance, and direction on maps and globes

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Measuring with a Scale

Maps and globes are much smaller than real land. A scale tells you how much real distance a small measurement stands for. In this lesson you will learn to use a scale to find the real distance between places on maps and globes.

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