Map accuracy

U.S. Geological Survey

doi:10.3133/70039528

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Map accuracy

By: U.S. Geological Survey

https://doi.org/10.3133/70039528

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Abstract

An inaccurate map is not a reliable map. "X" may mark the spot where the treasure is buried, but unless the seeker can locate "X" in relation to known landmarks or positions, the map is not very useful.

Additional publication details
Publication type	Report
Publication Subtype	USGS Unnumbered Series
Title	Map accuracy
DOI	10.3133/70039528
Year Published	1981
Language	English
Publisher	U.S. Geological Survey
Publisher location	Reston, VA
Contributing office(s)	National Cartographic Information Center
Description	2 p.
Google Analytic Metrics	Metrics page