12.8.3 - Personal and Setup Errors
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Practice Questions
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What is a personal error in surveying?
💡 Hint: Think about who is responsible for these errors.
Why is proper leveling important in total station surveys?
💡 Hint: Consider how the instrument needs to be set up.
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What is the main cause of personal errors in surveying?
💡 Hint: Focus on who is handling the instrument during measurement.
True or False: Setup errors can be avoided if the total station is centered properly.
💡 Hint: What happens when your setup isn't precise?
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You conducted a survey and the results seem inconsistent. Discuss the steps you will take to identify whether a personal or setup error occurred.
💡 Hint: Consider both what you did and how you prepared your equipment.
A total station was not leveled correctly, and measurements were taken. If the error is discovered later, what actions would you recommend to validate the data?
💡 Hint: Think about how to ensure accuracy after discovering an error.
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