On a standard map, which feature helps determine direction when the map is oriented with north up?

On a standard map, which feature helps determine direction when the map is oriented with north up?

• A. Compass rose
• B. Map scale
• C. Color scheme
• D. Legend

Answer: (A)

A compass rose provides the directional reference by marking N, E, S, and W (and often intermediate directions). When a map is oriented with north up, the compass rose confirms which way is north and lets you determine other directions relative to it, guiding navigation and bearings. Map scale concerns distance, color scheme is for visual differentiation, and the legend explains symbols, but none of those indicate direction.

A compass rose provides the directional reference by marking N, E, S, and W (and often intermediate directions). When a map is oriented with north up, the compass rose confirms which way is north and lets you determine other directions relative to it, guiding navigation and bearings. Map scale concerns distance, color scheme is for visual differentiation, and the legend explains symbols, but none of those indicate direction.