1.22.5 - Triangulation survey work
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What are the two major steps in triangulation survey work?
💡 Hint: Think of the overall activities involved in a survey.
What is the function of a baseline in triangulation?
💡 Hint: Consider its role in forming the triangles.
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What is the first step in triangulation survey work?
💡 Hint: Think about the planning phase of a survey.
True or False: Computational work includes verifying observed angles.
💡 Hint: Remember the importance of checks in surveying.
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A surveyor is tasked with triangulating a terrain. Describe in detail each step they would take during fieldwork and explain its significance.
💡 Hint: Think of why each step is crucial to gather accurate survey data.
In a triangulation survey, if the computed position of a point differs from its actual position, what could have gone wrong in the computational checks?
💡 Hint: Connect errors to the processes that were supposed to ensure accuracy.
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