Practice - Advantages of GPS in Surveying
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Practice Questions
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Why is global coverage important in surveying?
💡 Hint: Think about locations that might be hard to reach with traditional methods.
What does GPS stand for?
💡 Hint: Look at the main function of GPS.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What advantage does GPS provide in challenging terrains?
💡 Hint: Think about where traditional surveying might struggle.
GPS can operate effectively in bad weather conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider whether bad weather affects all systems equally.
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Challenge Problems
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A construction company is working in a remote area where traditional surveying is impractical. Discuss how GPS technology can optimize their operations and help them mitigate risks.
💡 Hint: Consider all the benefits of GPS we've discussed.
Given that GPS is susceptible to multipath errors, propose methods surveyors could implement to ensure accurate readings.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the limitations of GPS and how technology addresses them.
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