Question detail
What does the first two digits of a six-figure grid reference indicate?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Cartographic skills
Question
- A. The eastings
- B. The northings
- C. The scale of the map
- D. The type of map
Answer
The eastings
Explanation
In a six-figure grid reference, the first two digits represent the eastings, which indicate the horizontal position on the grid.
Common mistake
Confusing Grid References
Students often confuse four-figure and six-figure grid references, using them interchangeably.
Remember that four-figure grid references provide a general location, while six-figure grid references give a more precise location. Practice identifying both types on maps.
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