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5. Geometrical measuring

This is a convenient method of drawing a map. Let us explain it with the
help of an example. Example: Draw an outline map of Nepal.
Requirements: An outline map of Nepal, blank sheet of paper,
pencil, eraser and ruler.

Method: i. Draw a rectangle ABCD, AB=20 cm; CD=20cm;
AD=1 0 cm; BC=1 0 cm.
ii. Measure 4 cm from A along AB, mark E

iii. Measure 4 cm from A along AD, mark F

iv. Measure 4 cm from C along BC, mark G
v. Measure 4 cm from C along CD, mark H
vi. Join the parts EF, GH, EG, FH. A paralelogram
is formed.

vii. Now we can draw the map of Nepal inside
the parallelogram.

A 4 cm D
E

F
G 10 cm

H
B 20 cm C

Showing facts on a map

Learning to draw a map only does not complete our work. We should be
able to show various facts on the map. A map which represents no facts
or information is a useless map.

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