MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
The questions below are based on the 1:50 000 topographical map (2824DB KIMBERLEY), as well as the orthophoto map of a part of the mapped area - NSC Geography - Question 1 - 2017 - Paper 2
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MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
The questions below are based on the 1:50 000 topographical map (2824DB KIMBERLEY), as well as the orthophoto map of a part of the mapped ... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
The questions below are based on the 1:50 000 topographical map (2824DB KIMBERLEY), as well as the orthophoto map of a part of the mapped area - NSC Geography - Question 1 - 2017 - Paper 2
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Kimberley is a … town.
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Kimberley is primarily known as a mining town, which is indicative of its historical context and current economic activities.
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2824 of the map index 2824DB indicates the …
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The map index shows the latitude and longitude, essential for precise geographical location.
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The map index/reference of the orthophoto map to the north-east of Kimberley is …
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The correct map index/reference for the orthophoto map is 2824 DB 21, which is directly indicated in the map legend.
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The cultivated land in block G9 is situated in …
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Block G9 is situated in the Northern Cape, an area known for its agricultural activities.
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The direction of 1 from 2 on the orthophoto map is …
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The direction indicated is south-south-west, which helps in navigational references.
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The actual distance of the arterial road from K in block I8 to L in block H9 is … kilometres.
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The actual distance of the arterial road from K to L is 415 kilometres, derived from the map scale.
