Which symbol denotes Reclaimed Lands?

• A. R
• B. Rl
• C. Rd
• D. Rc

Answer: (B)

Symbols in map legends use concise abbreviations to label features clearly. Reclaimed lands are areas created by filling in water to extend dry land along coasts or shores, and they are usually marked with a compact symbol that signals reclamation. The symbol formed by a capital R followed by a lowercase l communicates this specific feature, differentiating it from other R-related abbreviations that would stand for different things. The other forms do not uniquely identify reclaimed lands, so the Rl symbol is the best descriptor.