Match each map symbol category with what information it provides to map users.

Question

Directional Indicator = ?
Scale = ?
Legend/Key = ?
Title = ?
Options:
1. Shows the distance between places on the map.
2. Tells you what the map is showing.
3. Explains the meaning of colors, symbols, and lines.
4. Points out the cardinal directions.

Answer 1

Here's the correct matching of each map symbol category with the information it provides to map users:

• Directional Indicator = 4. Points out the cardinal directions.
• Scale = 1. Shows the distance between places on the map.
• Legend/Key = 3. Explains the meaning of colors, symbols, and lines.
• Title = 2. Tells you what the map is showing.