Question

A map has a scale of 1m represents 2 km. write this scale as a ratio in its simplest form

Answer 1

1m / 2km = 1m / 2000m = 1 / 2000

Answer 2

Explanation:

First, find yourself a map. Then, using two points, find both the distance on the map and the true distance. Next, you divide the true distance by the measured map distance, and find your scale. Last, you need to place that ratio onto your map.