What is the contour interval for this map? Assume the elevation is given in feet above sea level. O 50 feet O 10 feet O 20 feet 40 feet

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What is the contour interval for this map?
Assume the elevation is given in feet above
sea level.
O 50 feet
O 10 feet
O 20 feet
O 40 feet
Transcribed Image Text:What is the contour interval for this map? Assume the elevation is given in feet above sea level. O 50 feet O 10 feet O 20 feet O 40 feet
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Introduction:

A map can be explained as the diagrammatic representation of ground-based features, including natural and human-made. This representation involves the surface topographic features and includes elevation, depression, rivers, lakes, and mountains. The line joining points of equal elevation is explained as contours.

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