1.4.1 - Plane surveying
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Practice Questions
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What is plane surveying?
💡 Hint: Think about the size of the area it covers.
Name one instrument used in plane surveying.
💡 Hint: What helps measure angles?
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What type of surveying neglects the curvature of the earth?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of each surveying type.
True or False: Plane surveying is suitable for areas over 250 sq.km.
💡 Hint: Think of the size limit for different survey methods.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with surveying a large plot for a new housing development. Discuss which surveying method to use and justify your choice.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of size and accuracy.
Explain how errors can arise in a plane survey and suggest methods to mitigate these errors.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors that can affect measurement accuracy in surveying.
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