CST Level 1 Land Surveyor Certification Practice

Which scale is identified with a medium scale map?

1. 1:0 - 1:600,000

2. 1:600,000 - 1:2,000,000

3. 1:2,000,000 - 1:50,000,000

4. 1:50,000,000 to 1:∞

The correct answer is: 1:600,000 - 1:2,000,000

The identification of a medium scale map can be understood through the actual range of scale ratios. A medium scale map typically represents a level of detail that is intermediate between large scale maps, which show a smaller area with greater detail, and small scale maps, which cover larger areas with less detail. The range indicated by the answer choice reflects this balance. In the case of the selected range of 1:600,000 to 1:2,000,000, this classification accurately encompasses the type of information you would expect from a medium scale map. Maps within this range effectively provide a good compromise between detail and coverage, allowing for the representation of features at a scale that is useful for activities such as regional planning or resource management. The other ranges presented do not align with the typical understanding of medium scale maps. The range starting from 1:0 to 1:600,000 indicates a transition from larger scale maps, while the range above 1:2,000,000 denotes smaller scale maps that are less detailed and cover larger areas. Thus, the other choices fail to capture the essence of medium scale mapping as effectively as the range indicated in the correct answer.