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Which type of survey is used for exploring mineral wealth?

  • Archaeological Survey
  • Marine Survey
  • Geological Survey (correct)
  • Military Survey
  • What type of survey is undertaken for unearthing relics of antiquity?

  • Tacheometric Survey
  • Theodolite Survey
  • Archaeological Survey (correct)
  • Military Survey
  • In which type of surveying are angles measured with a magnetic compass?

  • Compass Survey (correct)
  • Plane Table Survey
  • Photogrammetric Survey
  • Triangulation Survey
  • Which surveying method involves making linear measurements with a chain or tape and angular measurements with a compass?

    <p>Chain and Compass Survey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which survey is used for determining points of strategic importance?

    <p>Military Survey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which surveying method are fieldwork and plotting done simultaneously in a graphical manner?

    <p>Plane Table Survey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of field surveying?

    <p>To determine the relative positions of points on the earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are new stations usually located in surveying?

    <p>By measuring at least two linear or angular measurements from fixed reference points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of working from the whole to the part in surveying?

    <p>To localize errors and control their accumulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In surveying, what is used to prepare contour maps?

    <p>Calculations based on well-conditioned triangles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical use of surveying?

    <p>Archaeological mapping for ancient site preservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do surveyors determine by measuring horizontal angles with reference to fixed directions?

    <p>The absolute direction of lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of a mine survey?

    <p>Understanding the layout of underground mines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an astronomical survey, what is the main purpose of observing heavenly bodies?

    <p>Finding the absolute location of any point on Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of military mapping?

    <p>Creating detailed maps for military defense planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key objective of archaeological mapping?

    <p>Mapping historical sites and artifacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of marine surveying?

    <p>Mapping bodies of water for navigation purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an astronomical survey from other types of surveys?

    <p>Observations to heavenly bodies like the sun or stars</p> Signup and view all the answers

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