If it is a map you're drawing, the scale is the ratio of map distance to real-world distance. If it is a published map, the scale is usually found near the legend. It will often be of the form
1 in = 10 mi
or
1 cm = 160 km
or
1:125000
Here is a picture of different map scale indications.
(Note: The above scales are all different, not equivalent.)
1 in = 10 mi
or
1 cm = 160 km
or
1:125000
Here is a picture of different map scale indications.
(Note: The above scales are all different, not equivalent.)
