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                                                           Why do we need to understand maps?      

Answer:

We need to understand maps because of the following reasons :

(i) To find our way around a city.

(ii) To find the location of specific places in a new city.

(iii) To find the shortest route to a specific spot.

(iv) To find out locations of petrol pumps, police station and rest houses on highways.

(v) In case of emergency, it helps to find the nearest hospital or medical aid.