Which symbol denotes a Forest Service administrative area?

• A. 3 long lines with 2 dots in between
• B. 3 long lines with dot in between
• C. a series of small dashes
• D. a solid line

Answer: (A)

Administrative boundaries managed by the Forest Service are shown with a pattern of three long parallel lines with two dots between them. The three lines mark the extent of the area, while the two dots identify it as an administrative region rather than a physical feature like a fence or a road. This styling helps map readers distinguish jurisdictional areas from natural features and infrastructure. The other patterns don’t convey the same administrative meaning: a single dot between lines isn’t the standard symbol for Forest Service administration, a series of small dashes represents a different type of boundary or feature, and a solid line typically denotes a continuous physical feature rather than an administrative boundary.