What does the fractional scale 110000 on a map indicate?

The fractional scale of 1:100,000 on a map indicates that one unit of measurement on the map (such as an inch or centimeter) corresponds to 100,000 of the same units in reality. For example, 1 centimeter on the map represents 100,000 centimeters in the real world, which is equivalent to 1 kilometer. This scale allows users to understand distances and sizes in a simplified manner.