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Question
What are the three ways of representation of maps?
Solution
- A map is an essential tool of a geographer.
- Map is a representation of the earth as a whole or a part of the earth drawn on a flat surface according to a given scale.
- It can show continents, countries, cities and even a local area are drawn with specific details.
- It is easy to handle and carry as it can be rolled up (or) folded and stored in computers.
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