1.17.1 - Advantages and disadvantages of plane table surveying
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What is one advantage of preparing maps in the field?
💡 Hint: Think about the overall efficiency of surveying.
Name one disadvantage related to weather conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider how rain or wind could impact the survey process.
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What is a key benefit of plane table surveying in terms of work environment?
💡 Hint: Think about how fieldwork impacts data management.
True or False: Plane table surveying is not affected by weather conditions.
💡 Hint: Recall challenges posed by poor weather.
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Given a scenario where a surveyor needs to map a park over several days, outline how weather conditions could impact their work and the advantages of using a plane table in this context.
💡 Hint: Consider how the direct sighting aids data collection.
Devise a plan for employing plane table surveying in a dense urban environment. What would you need to consider?
💡 Hint: Think about visibility challenges and how to work around them.
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