A topographical map of the region around the Mount Vesuvius volcano. It is near a large bay. There are several towns scattered around the bay. Herculano, Oplontis, and Pompeya are close to the volcano.

Question

This topographical map details the area surrounding Mount Vesuvius. All of the following are TRUE about topographical maps EXCEPT:
a.
They can help viewers find roads leading to the fastest route away from danger.
c.
They can help viewers visualize a setting by showing the three-dimensional physical features of the land.
b.
Topographical maps show details of the terrain.
d.
Topographical maps illustrate various elevations.



Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

The correct answer is A.

While topographical maps can show roads and help with navigation, they do not specifically indicate the fastest route away from danger. This statement is not necessarily true about topographical maps in general. The other statements about showing details of the terrain, visualizing physical features, and illustrating various elevations are all true characteristics of topographical maps.