Question

On a topographic map, the elevation of an area with contour lines that are very far apart is _____.


nearly flat


mountainous


very steep


constantly changing

Answer 1

On a topographic map, the elevation of an area with contour lines that are very far apart is **nearly flat**. When contour lines are spaced far apart, it indicates that there is very little change in elevation over a distance, suggesting a flat or gently sloping area.