1. Distance between places on a map
Scale
Distance between places on a map

2. TIW – use scale to calculate distances on a map
SIC – effectively read and use a road map
IKW – I can calculate distances in the road atlas with 80% accuracy

3. How to use scale 1. The math way:
If 1”=25 miles, and the distance from point A to point B is 2”, how many miles is that?
About how many miles would an inch and a half be?
How many miles in 2&3/4 inch?
1” = 25 miles

4. How to use scale 2. The short cut….
Use the edge of your paper to copy the scale
Move the scale along the designated route
Add as you go (25, 50, 75, 100,….)
Or count then multiply (1,2,3,4 then multiply by 25)
Bend with the road

5. Hints and Tips
Be sure to locate the correct scale for the map you are using!
“As the crow flies” versus following the road
Follow a straight edge
Inset map
Use dot of city
Miles, not kilometers
Use “clean” #s