Question

What is the difference between Statement scale and liner scale ?

Answer 1

A linear scale is a line which is divided into equal parts. It is used on maps to show the relationship between a particular distance on a map and the actual distance on the earth. A linear scale is also called a bar scale, scale bar or graphic scale.

Statement scale is type of map scale expression in which scale is expressed in form of a written statement, for example one centimeter on the map represent ten centimeter on the ground

Answer 2

A statement of scale is typically used on a map. The statement of scale defines a ratio or relationship between a unit of length on the map and the piece of Earth being referenced in the map.