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Topographic Maps — Unit test

Question 21 • RMA FL-2001310-Earth/Space Science Semester 2

Which phrase identifies the standard difference in elevation on a topography map?

Answer
A
index contour
B
contour interval
C
scale bar
D
topographic symbol

Explanation

The contour interval is the standard difference in elevation between adjacent contour lines on a topographic map. An index contour is a labeled contour line, while a scale bar shows distance and a topographic symbol represents a map feature. Therefore, the correct choice is contour interval.

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