Question

Why is the fractional method used internationally?

• A. Because it provides measurements in a single unit
• B. Because it helps avoid confusion due to different measurement units
• C. Because it is easy to read without numbers
• D. Because it uses traditional measuring units

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Because it helps avoid confusion due to different measurement units

The fractional method does not include units but rather expresses the proportional relationship between the distance on the ground and the distance on the map. Advantages of the Fractional Method is;- The ratio between map distance and actual distance remains the same regardless of the units used. It eliminates confusion caused by differences in measurement systems across countries.