Maps represent the earth’* surface based on a particular ratio called the scale. So the distance between any two points on the globe can be easily any two points on the globe can be easily calculated.
There are several simple methods for distance calculations on the maps.
a. By a strip of paper: With the help of a strip of paper we can take the distance of two point on the map and put it on the scale. With this method one can understand the actual distance between the points.
b. By Thread: When the distance between the two places is Jig-jag a thread can be used effectively for the measurement of distance. After taking the distance with the
c. By divider: Even a divider can be used for the measurement of distance on the map. The distance between any two points on the map may be taken with-the divider and then put it on the sale. So the actual distance can be understood and it is converted to the scale of other map.
