Practice Accuracy Improvement (4.6.2) - Global Positioning System (GPS) & GNSS
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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does DGPS stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when GPS becomes more accurate.

Question 2 Easy

Name one application of DGPS.

💡 Hint: Consider areas where precision is crucial.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of DGPS?

To provide basic GPS functionality
To enhance GPS accuracy
To collect environmental data

💡 Hint: Think about what DGPS adds to traditional GPS.

Question 2

True or False: DGPS can improve positioning accuracy to within 1-3 meters.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what the accuracy level of standard GPS is.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

A surveyor is using DGPS for a construction project. Explain how the base station and rover work together to ensure precision in the project.

💡 Hint: Think about what the base station helps the rover to do.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the implications of using DGPS in marine navigation compared to traditional GPS. What outcomes can arise from higher accuracy?

💡 Hint: Consider the potential hazards of missing crucial navigational points.

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