1.4 - Types of Surveying
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Practice Questions
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What is plane surveying?
💡 Hint: Think about the scale of projects where this method is most effective.
Which instrument is commonly used in plane surveying?
💡 Hint: It measures angles!
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does plane surveying consider about the Earth’s surface?
💡 Hint: Think small!
Is geodetic surveying necessary for areas greater than 250 square kilometers?
💡 Hint: Consider project scale.
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You have a land parcel that is 300 sq km. Would you use plane surveying or geodetic surveying? Justify your choice.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how size influences your choice of surveying.
Evaluate the implications of using outdated instruments in surveying. How might it affect project outcomes?
💡 Hint: Think about precision and technology in modern surveying.
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