As per the question, the given assertion is false as a legend also known as 'map key' is inculcated as a clue to provide the context of the map. In simple terms, it primarily functions to add details or descriptions given at the corner of the map about the signs, colors, pictures or symbols used in the map to represent different things that assist the readers to understand the map cohesively. It aids to make the relevance of the information represented on a map by providing the information about the contextual meaning in which a particular color, sign, or symbol is employed. Thus, the given statement asserts a <u>false</u> claim.
