What is the difference between verbal and linear scale?

A verbal scale uses descriptive Words to express the relationship between distances on a map and actual distances on the ground, such as "1 inch equals 1 mile." In contrast, a linear scale is a graphical representation, often depicted as a marked line or bar, where specific distances are indicated visually, allowing users to measure distances directly. While both scales serve to convey distance, verbal scales rely on text, whereas linear scales utilize visual measurement.