12.3.1 - Instrument Setup
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of fixing the tripod securely?
💡 Hint: Think about how movement can affect readings.
Name one method to center the Total Station over the survey point.
💡 Hint: Consider tools that help with precision.
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Why is it important to fix the tripod securely?
💡 Hint: Think about the stability of the base.
True or False: Centering is less important than leveling.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how both steps contribute to precision.
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Challenge Problems
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A Total Station is set up in a hilly area, and the ground is uneven. Discuss how the surveyor can ensure the accuracy of the measurements despite this challenge.
💡 Hint: Consider how equipment can adapt to uneven terrain.
If a surveyor neglects to center the Total Station several feet away from the actual survey point, what implications could arise for the collected data?
💡 Hint: Think about how small deviations can lead to big discrepancies in surveying.
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