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What is a primary goal of surveying?
What is a primary goal of surveying?
Which of the following is NOT an object of surveying?
Which of the following is NOT an object of surveying?
What does surveying primarily involve?
What does surveying primarily involve?
How does surveying contribute to urban planning?
How does surveying contribute to urban planning?
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Which statement best describes the importance of scale in surveying?
Which statement best describes the importance of scale in surveying?
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What is the level line in mapping?
What is the level line in mapping?
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Which statement best describes the horizontal plane?
Which statement best describes the horizontal plane?
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What is the formula for scale in mapping?
What is the formula for scale in mapping?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of scale in mapping?
Which of the following is NOT a type of scale in mapping?
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In relation to the plumb line, how is the vertical plane defined?
In relation to the plumb line, how is the vertical plane defined?
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What is the shape of the Earth primarily considered to be when conducting calculations?
What is the shape of the Earth primarily considered to be when conducting calculations?
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What is the plumb bob primarily used for?
What is the plumb bob primarily used for?
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Which of the following terms describes the circle formed by the maximum diameter of the Earth?
Which of the following terms describes the circle formed by the maximum diameter of the Earth?
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What is the difference in kilometers between the major axis and minor axis of the Earth?
What is the difference in kilometers between the major axis and minor axis of the Earth?
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How is the curved surface parallel to the spherical Earth's surface referred to?
How is the curved surface parallel to the spherical Earth's surface referred to?
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What does a numerical scale represent?
What does a numerical scale represent?
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Which type of numerical scale provides more precision in measurements?
Which type of numerical scale provides more precision in measurements?
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Which of the following is not a type of numerical scale?
Which of the following is not a type of numerical scale?
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What measurement units are typically used for a Vernier Scale?
What measurement units are typically used for a Vernier Scale?
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Which scale would be considered a graphical scale?
Which scale would be considered a graphical scale?
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What is one characteristic of a graphical scale?
What is one characteristic of a graphical scale?
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Which type of graphical scale is associated with horizontal integration?
Which type of graphical scale is associated with horizontal integration?
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What is a common purpose of a graphical scale?
What is a common purpose of a graphical scale?
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Which statement best relates to the accuracy of graphical scales?
Which statement best relates to the accuracy of graphical scales?
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What does a 'plan' refer to in the context of graphical scales?
What does a 'plan' refer to in the context of graphical scales?
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What is the formula for direct variation?
What is the formula for direct variation?
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Which formula is used to find the length of one division?
Which formula is used to find the length of one division?
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What does the formula $L.C. = rac{V.S.}{n}$ represent?
What does the formula $L.C. = rac{V.S.}{n}$ represent?
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Which statement best describes the relationship between the main scale and the Vernier scale in direct variation?
Which statement best describes the relationship between the main scale and the Vernier scale in direct variation?
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What is the general relation formula for length of one division?
What is the general relation formula for length of one division?
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What does the representative fraction indicate in surveying?
What does the representative fraction indicate in surveying?
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How does an engineering scale function in surveying?
How does an engineering scale function in surveying?
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In the diagram described, what does the survey station represent?
In the diagram described, what does the survey station represent?
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What does the survey line indicate in the context of surveying?
What does the survey line indicate in the context of surveying?
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Which feature is typically represented in a surveying diagram?
Which feature is typically represented in a surveying diagram?
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What is required to locate a new station accurately?
What is required to locate a new station accurately?
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How should a new station be fixed according to measurement principles?
How should a new station be fixed according to measurement principles?
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Why is it important to accurately take measurements during mapping?
Why is it important to accurately take measurements during mapping?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the triangle in the provided diagram?
Which of the following best describes the role of the triangle in the provided diagram?
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What is the significance of drawing a plan with a suitable scale in mapping?
What is the significance of drawing a plan with a suitable scale in mapping?
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What is the main advantage of the principle in surveying?
What is the main advantage of the principle in surveying?
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What is referred to as cumulative error in surveying?
What is referred to as cumulative error in surveying?
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What distinguishes the secondary classification of surveying?
What distinguishes the secondary classification of surveying?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of surveying mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of surveying mentioned?
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How can the accuracy of measurements be verified in surveying?
How can the accuracy of measurements be verified in surveying?
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What type of surveying does not consider the curvature of the Earth's surface?
What type of surveying does not consider the curvature of the Earth's surface?
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What is the new area if Area (A) is 250 km² and Area (B) is less than 360 km²?
What is the new area if Area (A) is 250 km² and Area (B) is less than 360 km²?
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What is the length in mm equivalent to 5 km according to the provided conversions?
What is the length in mm equivalent to 5 km according to the provided conversions?
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If Area (A) is greater than 800 km², what is the value of Area (A)?
If Area (A) is greater than 800 km², what is the value of Area (A)?
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How long is the length A defined as in kilometers?
How long is the length A defined as in kilometers?
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Study Notes
Surveying Fundamentals
- Surveying determines the relative positions of points or features above or below the surface, creating maps and plans.
- It involves linear and angular measurements to define relative positions.
Objects of Surveying
- Determine relative positions of objects/points.
- Prepare maps/plans at a suitable scale.
- Mark out proposed plans (e.g., building plans).
- Identify natural and artificial features of an area.
Earth's Shape
- The Earth is oblate, ellipsoidal, and ovoid.
- The difference between the major and minor axes is 21.5 km.
- For calculations, the Earth is often considered a true sphere.
Plumb Bob
- A plumb bob verifies verticality or transfers a vertical line.
Great Circle
- A great circle is formed by the Earth's maximum diameter; multiple great circles exist.
Level Surface
- A level surface is parallel to the Earth's (geoid) surface.
Level Line
- A level line is imaginary, parallel to the Earth's surface, and perpendicular to the plumb line.
Horizontal Plane
- A horizontal plane is tangential to the Earth's surface, perpendicular to the plumb line.
Vertical Plane
- A vertical plane is parallel to the plumb line and perpendicular to the horizontal plane.
Scale
- Scale = Map distance (cm) / Ground distance (km)
Types of Scales
- Numerical scale (e.g., plain, diagonal, Vernier)
- Graphical scale (horizontal and vertical)
Numerical Scale
- Represents the ratio between map and ground distances. Example: 1 cm : 16 km.
Graphical Scale
- Represents distances visually, useful for showing small variations. Less precise than numerical scales.
- Types include map scales (horizontal integration) and plan scales (horizontal projection).
Vernier Scale
- Provides precise measurements by comparing main and Vernier scale divisions.
- Direct variation: Main scale and Vernier divisions match. Formula: LC = SSV
- Inverse variation: Main and Vernier divisions don't match. Formula: LC = VS/n.
Vernier Scale Formulas
- Length of one division: LC = SSV/n
- Vernier scale length: LC = VS - SSV
- Circle length: LC = s(m1)/m2 (v = r(m1)/n)
- General relation: LC = a/n
Engineering Scale
- Measures 1 cm to any length of ground distance.
Representative Fraction
- Ratio of map distance to ground distance in the same unit.
Principle of Surveying (Working from Whole to Parts)
- The whole area enclosed by main stations and small traverse lines accurately represents the divided area. Measurements from known reference points are needed to locate new stations.
Classification of Surveying
- Primary classification is based on the curvature of the Earth's surface (Plane surveying and Geodetic surveying).
- Secondary classification can be based on other factors.
Plane Surveying
- Ignores the Earth's curvature.
Cumulative Error
- Small errors accumulate over time, becoming significant. Inverse processes help in checking.
Area Calculation Examples
- Area (A) > 800 km²: A = 250 km²
- Area (B) < 360 km²: New Area = A + 10 km²
Length Calculations Examples
- A = 12 km, B = 0.2 km
- Curvilinear lengths: 1 km = 10 mm, 5 km = 15 mm, 19 km = 15.2 mm
Local Cause (In context of surveying errors)
- Disturbances manifest where they originate, requiring local investigation and correction.
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Description
This quiz explores the essential concepts of surveying, including the methods and tools used to determine the positions of points on Earth's surface. Topics include the Earth's shape, the use of a plumb bob, and the significance of great circles. Test your understanding of these fundamental principles.
