Question

The closeness of the _________ on a map shows the steepness of any hills.

• A. Layers
• B. Hill Shading
• C. Contours
• D. Depths

Hint:

Closer contour lines mean steeper slopes, whereas wider spacing indicates gentle inclines.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Contours are lines on a map connecting points of equal elevation. Closer contour lines indicate steeper slopes, while wider spaced lines show gentler slopes. Contour maps are widely used in topography to depict terrain features.