Question

which of the following statements apply to a contour map? check all of the boxes that apply.
it is a map of a geographic feature.
contour lines represent the shape of three-dimensional features.
the map allows geologists to create cross sections of features.
the contour interval increases with the elevation on the map.
contour lines extend from east to west.

Explanation:

Analyze the definition of a contour map

A contour map (topographic map) represents geographic features by using contour lines to show elevation and the three-dimensional shape of the terrain.

Evaluate each statement

• "It is a map of a geographic feature." (True: It represents physical landforms and terrain features.)
• "Contour lines represent the shape of three-dimensional features." (True: They connect points of equal elevation to show 3D shape on a 2D plane.)
• "The map allows geologists to create cross sections of features." (True: Topographic profiles/cross sections are constructed directly from contour maps.)
• "The contour interval increases with the elevation on the map." (False: The contour interval is constant for a given map.)
• "Contour lines extend from east to west." (False: Contour lines form closed loops or follow the shape of the terrain, not restricted to any cardinal direction.)

Identify the correct statements

The first three statements are correct.

Answer:

• It is a map of a geographic feature. (Correct answer)
• Contour lines represent the shape of three-dimensional features. (Correct answer)
• The map allows geologists to create cross sections of features. (Correct answer)
• The contour interval increases with the elevation on the map.
• Contour lines extend from east to west.