Question

2/5/26, 10:45 am
topographic map decoding independent practice

1. contour lines on a map connect points of equal what? *

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elevation
slope
relief
distance

1. what do contour lines that are farther apart indicate? *

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steep slope
flat area
gentle slope
a low spot

1. gradient is defined as: *

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vertical change divided by horizontal distance
horizontal distance divided by vertical change
contour interval times number of contours
elevation times distance

Explanation:

1. For question 6: Contour lines are a core feature of topographic maps, specifically designed to link points that share the same vertical height above a reference point.
2. For question 7: The spacing of contour lines relates to slope steepness; wider spacing means the elevation changes gradually over a horizontal distance.
3. For question 8: Gradient (or slope) in topography is calculated as the ratio of the vertical elevation change to the horizontal distance over which that change occurs.

Answer:

1. A. Elevation
2. C. gentle slope
3. A. Vertical change divided by horizontal distance