Question

what do signs and symbols represent on a map
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Answer 1

Answer:

The signs and symbols use in a map are called as Conventional symbols. ... They represent different features on a map and are not drawn to scale. They are important because: Symbols can be used to depict features like cities, roads and railways.

Answer 2

Answer:

Conventional signs and symbols represent various features shown on a map and are not drawn to scale. ... Colours are used to make map symbols more clear and they are used to put map symbols into groups. There are three types of map symbols: Point Symbols= buildings, dipping tanks, trigonometrical beacons.