Which of the following is not considered to be a map?

• A. Topographic Sketch
• B. Nautical Chart
• C. Profile
• D. Engineering Map

Answer: (C)

Understanding what counts as a map hinges on representing part of the Earth's surface in two dimensions for spatial relationships across an area. A topographic sketch, nautical chart, and engineering map all fit this idea: they present features, positions, and attributes over a region from a plan view, suitable for navigation, planning, or construction. A profile, by contrast, is a vertical cross-section along a line, showing how elevation changes with distance rather than how features are laid out over an area. It’s a side view used to analyze grade, slope, and terrain along a specific route rather than to depict the horizontal arrangement of features. Therefore, the profile is not considered a map.