How does the scale affect a map?

The scale of a map affects how much of the Earth’s surface is represented on the map. It shows the ratio between distances on the map and the actual distances on the ground. A larger scale map (e.g., 1 cm = 1 km) provides more detail and is useful for showing smaller areas, like cities. A smaller scale map (e.g., 1 cm = 100 km) shows a larger area with less detail, such as entire countries or continents. The scale helps to accurately measure distances and understand the relative size of places on the map.

This question related to Chapter 1 Social Science Class 6th NCERT.
From the Chapter 1. Locating Places on the Earth.
Give answer according to your understanding.