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What is a primary requirement of geodetic surveying compared to plane surveying?

It focuses solely on small local projects.

It considers the Earth's curvature. (correct)

It operates without the need for high precision.

It relies on parallel vertical lines.

In which scenario would geodetic surveying be preferred over plane surveying?

For projects covering more than 250 km². (correct)

For construction of a small bridge.

For mapping a local neighborhood.

For surveying a single piece of land.

Which statement accurately reflects the difference in accuracy requirements between geodetic and plane surveying?

Geodetic surveying requires high precision. (correct)

Plane surveying requires more precision than geodetic surveying.

Geodetic surveying relaxes accuracy standards.

Both require moderate accuracy.

What mathematical assumption is made in geodetic surveying regarding vertical lines?

<p>They converge toward the Earth's center.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following applications is most aligned with geodetic surveying?

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Geodetic Surveying Definition

Geodetic surveying accounts for the Earth's curved shape (spheroid).

Applications of Geodetic Surveying

Used for vast areas exceeding 250 sq km.
Crucial to prevent significant errors caused by ignoring Earth's curvature.

Precision Requirements

Requires high precision due to the large scale and the need to correct for the earth's curvature.

Examples of Geodetic Surveying

Creating maps for entire continents or countries.
Used in satellite positioning and GPS technologies.

Mathematical Assumptions of Geodetic Surveying

The Earth's surface is curved.
Straight vertical lines converge at the Earth's center.

Key Differences: Plane vs. Geodetic Surveying

Feature	Plane Surveying	Geodetic Surveying
Earth's Curvature	Ignored	Considered
Area Covered	Small (localized projects)	Large (national or continental scale)
Accuracy	Moderate/fair, acceptable for local projects	High precision for larger areas
Applications	Land surveys, property boundaries, engineering	National mapping, GPS, satellite systems
Vertical Lines	Assumed parallel	Assumed to converge towards the Earth's center

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Explore the essential concepts and applications of geodetic surveying, which accounts for the Earth's curvature. This quiz covers its precision requirements, examples in mapping and GPS technologies, and how it differs from plane surveying. Enhance your understanding of this crucial field in surveying science.