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Tactical Tools (Corporal's Course)
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A map is defined as
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Ans: a graphic representation of a portion of the Earth's surface drawn to
scale, as seen from above. It uses colors, symbols, and labels to represent
features found on the ground.
-The ideal representation would be realized if every feature of the area
being mapped could be shown in true shape.
-The purpose of a map is to provide information on the existence,
location, and distance between ground features, such as populated
places and routes of travel and communication. It also indicates
variations in terrain, heights of natural features, and the extent of
vegetation cover.
-All operations conducted require maps; however, the finest maps
available are worthless unless the map user knows how to read them.
Marginal Information
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Ans: A map is considered equipment. To use it properly, you should read
the instructions.
These instructions on the outer edges of the map are called marginal
information.
All maps are different so examine the marginal information on each map
carefully.
Marginal Information (Top Margin 1-6)
Ans: The top margin of the map helps you to identify the specific area
covered as well as the age and scale of the map.
1 Sheet Name (Top Margin)
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Ans: The sheet name is found in bold print at the center of the top and in
the lower left area of the map margin. A map is generally named for the
settlement contained within the area covered by the sheet or for the
largest natural feature located within the area at the time the map was
drawn.
2 Sheet Number (Top Margin)
Ans: The sheet number is bolded in the upper right and lower left areas of
the margin and in the center box of the adjoining sheets diagram, which
is found in the lower right margin.
It is used as a reference number to link specific maps to overlays,
operations orders, and plans.
For maps at 1:100,000 scale and larger, sheet numbers are based on an
arbitrary system that makes possible the ready orientation of maps at
scales of 1:100,000, 1:50,000, and 1:25,000.
Tactical Tools (Corporal's Course)
Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest
Update / Already Graded
A map is defined as
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Ans: a graphic representation of a portion of the Earth's surface drawn to
scale, as seen from above. It uses colors, symbols, and labels to represent
features found on the ground.
-The ideal representation would be realized if every feature of the area
being mapped could be shown in true shape.
-The purpose of a map is to provide information on the existence,
location, and distance between ground features, such as populated
places and routes of travel and communication. It also indicates
variations in terrain, heights of natural features, and the extent of
vegetation cover.
-All operations conducted require maps; however, the finest maps
available are worthless unless the map user knows how to read them.
Marginal Information
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Ans: A map is considered equipment. To use it properly, you should read
the instructions.
These instructions on the outer edges of the map are called marginal
information.
All maps are different so examine the marginal information on each map
carefully.
Marginal Information (Top Margin 1-6)
Ans: The top margin of the map helps you to identify the specific area
covered as well as the age and scale of the map.
1 Sheet Name (Top Margin)
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Ans: The sheet name is found in bold print at the center of the top and in
the lower left area of the map margin. A map is generally named for the
settlement contained within the area covered by the sheet or for the
largest natural feature located within the area at the time the map was
drawn.
2 Sheet Number (Top Margin)
Ans: The sheet number is bolded in the upper right and lower left areas of
the margin and in the center box of the adjoining sheets diagram, which
is found in the lower right margin.
It is used as a reference number to link specific maps to overlays,
operations orders, and plans.
For maps at 1:100,000 scale and larger, sheet numbers are based on an
arbitrary system that makes possible the ready orientation of maps at
scales of 1:100,000, 1:50,000, and 1:25,000.
