Question

Distinguish between small scale and large scale maps.

Answer 1

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Large scale maps show a smaller amount of area with a greater amount of detail. A large scaled map expressed as a representative scale would have a smaller number to the right of the ratio. The geographic extent shown on a large scale map is small.

Answer 2

Answer:

Large scale maps show a small area in a greater detail. Examples includes guide maps or topographical maps.

Small scale maps show a larger area in less detail and space.Examples includes wall maps or atlas maps.