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MAP SCALE AND GENERALIZATION It is important to understand that a smaller scaled map will contain less detail and be a more generalized map. A 1:2000 scale map will be able to show much greater detail than a 1:25000 scale. This idea is mainly for printing purposes; downsizing a map on your computer to print it will not affect the data. But, you cannot increase from a generalized to a specific map to print it because data might be missing. The layout can be viewed at different scales to determine which is the most appropriate for your specific needs.
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