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What type of survey is used for determining the slope of the seabed?
What type of survey is used for determining the slope of the seabed?
Measuring a distance twice in the field (A-B and B-A) involves which principle of surveying?
Measuring a distance twice in the field (A-B and B-A) involves which principle of surveying?
Why is it necessary for a surveyor to be aware of errors when conducting a survey?
Why is it necessary for a surveyor to be aware of errors when conducting a survey?
Which electronic magnetic distance wave is processed by a total station for measurements?
Which electronic magnetic distance wave is processed by a total station for measurements?
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Based on history, the first surveyors were the?
Based on history, the first surveyors were the?
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Conducting a site visit before starting fieldwork is an example of which surveying principle?
Conducting a site visit before starting fieldwork is an example of which surveying principle?
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What type of error is primarily influenced by a surveyor's skill and attentiveness?
What type of error is primarily influenced by a surveyor's skill and attentiveness?
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Which energy type does the total station use to compute measurements?
Which energy type does the total station use to compute measurements?
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The first known surveyors in history were which group?
The first known surveyors in history were which group?
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Which piece of equipment is considered a primary accessory to the digital level?
Which piece of equipment is considered a primary accessory to the digital level?
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Profile view maps are created from the capturing of data...
Profile view maps are created from the capturing of data...
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Which condition does not require differential levelling?
Which condition does not require differential levelling?
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On an automatic level, the horizontal screw is used for?
On an automatic level, the horizontal screw is used for?
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Final Elevation (FE) equals Height of Instrument plus...?
Final Elevation (FE) equals Height of Instrument plus...?
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Which of the rod work is not necessary for accurate rod reading?
Which of the rod work is not necessary for accurate rod reading?
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How many rod readings are required for a 2 peg test?
How many rod readings are required for a 2 peg test?
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Parallax error is fixed by?
Parallax error is fixed by?
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The optical peep sight on an automatic level is used for?
The optical peep sight on an automatic level is used for?
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What type of error is dependent on the skill and vigilance of the surveyor?
What type of error is dependent on the skill and vigilance of the surveyor?
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Which equipment is a primary accessory to the total station?
Which equipment is a primary accessory to the total station?
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How many satellites are required for GPS receivers to determine position?
How many satellites are required for GPS receivers to determine position?
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What does EDM stand for?
What does EDM stand for?
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Which unit of measurement is metric?
Which unit of measurement is metric?
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What is the least accurate method of measurement in the field?
What is the least accurate method of measurement in the field?
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Which unit of measurement is considered imperial?
Which unit of measurement is considered imperial?
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Which principle of surveying applies to maintaining types of instruments and methods of operation throughout a survey?
Which principle of surveying applies to maintaining types of instruments and methods of operation throughout a survey?
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When sag in a tape is measured, it is categorized as which type of error?
When sag in a tape is measured, it is categorized as which type of error?
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How are Parcels referenced or described at Survey Department?
How are Parcels referenced or described at Survey Department?
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Which of the following is an imperial unit of measurement?
Which of the following is an imperial unit of measurement?
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Which element is not typically utilized by a surveyor during surveys?
Which element is not typically utilized by a surveyor during surveys?
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How is ¼ of an acre expressed as a decimal?
How is ¼ of an acre expressed as a decimal?
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What is one limitation of GPS usage?
What is one limitation of GPS usage?
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If 1 meter equals 3.2808 feet, what is 6 meters approximately in feet?
If 1 meter equals 3.2808 feet, what is 6 meters approximately in feet?
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What best exemplifies meta-data in surveying?
What best exemplifies meta-data in surveying?
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Which option is not a primary advantage of a robotic instrument over other instruments?
Which option is not a primary advantage of a robotic instrument over other instruments?
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How many units comprise the Land and Survey Department in the BVI?
How many units comprise the Land and Survey Department in the BVI?
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What does stakeout in the work phase of surveying mainly involve?
What does stakeout in the work phase of surveying mainly involve?
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What is one major benefit of GPS technology in surveying?
What is one major benefit of GPS technology in surveying?
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Which combination is used to reference parcels at the Survey Department?
Which combination is used to reference parcels at the Survey Department?
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Which statement best defines the term leveling?
Which statement best defines the term leveling?
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What is included in the set of accessories used in conducting a simple leveling exercise?
What is included in the set of accessories used in conducting a simple leveling exercise?
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Which element is NOT used by the surveyor in conducting surveys?
Which element is NOT used by the surveyor in conducting surveys?
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What is the purpose of simple leveling?
What is the purpose of simple leveling?
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How is a stakeout in the field conducted by a surveyor BEST described?
How is a stakeout in the field conducted by a surveyor BEST described?
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Which leveling technique is most suitable for generating contours over the entire BVI?
Which leveling technique is most suitable for generating contours over the entire BVI?
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What equipment did early Egyptians primarily use for conducting surveys?
What equipment did early Egyptians primarily use for conducting surveys?
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Why should the leveling instrument be set up approximately equal distance between the backsight and foresight?
Why should the leveling instrument be set up approximately equal distance between the backsight and foresight?
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The formula for calculating the Height of Instrument involves which variables?
The formula for calculating the Height of Instrument involves which variables?
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Which principle is NOT considered an obligation of a surveyor to the public?
Which principle is NOT considered an obligation of a surveyor to the public?
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What advantage does a digital level have over an automatic level?
What advantage does a digital level have over an automatic level?
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Which option is not a valid application of leveling?
Which option is not a valid application of leveling?
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Which accessory is essential for measurements in electronic mode with a digital level?
Which accessory is essential for measurements in electronic mode with a digital level?
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Which type of prism is NOT recognized as a surveying target?
Which type of prism is NOT recognized as a surveying target?
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Study Notes
Multiple Choice Questions
- Question 8: Profile view maps are created from capturing data along the center, edges of the road, at predetermined intervals.
- Question 9: Which condition does not require differential levelling? Points along a steep slope and close distance apart.
- Question 10: When an automatic level, the horizontal screw is used for slow and control movement.
- Question 11: Final Elevation (FE) equals Height of instrument plus (FE – HI) equals?
- Question 12: Which of the rod work is not necessary for accurate rod reading? Ensure the rod is held in the same position for the backsight.
- Question 13: How many rod readings are required for a 2 peg test? 3 readings.
- Question 14: Parallax error is fix by? Adjusting the alignment of the instrument.
- Question 15: The optical peep sight on an automatic level is used for? Focusing or zooming on the levelling rod.
- Question 16: Benchmark levelling, relates to what fundamental principle of surveying? Consistency.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts in surveying, including the types of surveys, principles of measurement, historical aspects, and the equipment used. This quiz covers various questions that will enhance your understanding of the field of surveying.
