Well XYZ Closure Distance and Direction

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What is the value of the East coordinate 'b' in feet for the well XYZ?

350

250

450 (correct)

550

What is the value of the North coordinate 'a' in feet for the well XYZ?

550

850

650 (correct)

750

How is the closure distance 'c' calculated for the well XYZ?

$c = a + b$

$c = \sqrt{a^2 + b^2}$ (correct)

$c = a - b$

$c = \frac{a}{b}$

What is the closure direction expressed in degrees for well XYZ as mentioned in the text?

$34.70°$ Signup and view all the answers

Which trigonometric function is used to solve for the closure direction 'B'?

Sine function Signup and view all the answers

In which quadrant does the closure direction angle 'B' fall in?

Quadrant II Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Tangential Vertical Section in the context of the given text?

To measure the vertical distance Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what role does the Rotarty table play?

Establishing tangential sections Signup and view all the answers

What parameter does 'KB' represent in the given context?

Tangent or hold drop section Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Tangent Section or Hold Section in a well?

To maintain a constant inclination Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'DF' in relation to the content mentioned?

Establishing tangent or hold drop sections Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of 'EOB' or 'EOC' as seen in the text?

Calculating closure direction expressed in degrees Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the well is the inclination held constant?

Tangent Section Signup and view all the answers

What is another term used to refer to the portion of the well where the inclination is constant?

Slope Section Signup and view all the answers

Which parameter is not computed in the Tangent Section or Hold Section?

Closure distance 'c' Signup and view all the answers

What would be affected if the inclination is not held constant in the Tangent Section or Hold Section?

Closure direction 'B' Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge when it comes to directional profiles of wells?

Varying profiles, especially with multiple targets Signup and view all the answers

Why can the directional profiles of wells vary significantly?

Presence of multiple targets Signup and view all the answers

What factor can significantly impact the directional profile of a well?

Having multiple targets Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the directional profile variation in wells?

To account for differences, especially with multiple targets Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect makes the directional profiles of wells more complex?

Having multiple targets Signup and view all the answers

Why is the tangential method not recommended for calculating directional surveys?

It does not provide accurate results Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of presenting the tangential method in the text?

To highlight its limitations Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the applicability of the tangential method?

It should only be used for specific purposes Signup and view all the answers

What potential issue might arise if the tangential method is mistakenly applied in directional survey calculations?

Inaccurate determination of well deviation Signup and view all the answers

How does the tangential method differ from more commonly used methods in directional survey calculations?

It requires manual calculations and approximations Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term EOB (End Of Build) or EOC (End Of Curve) in construction?

It indicates the completion of the building Signup and view all the answers

When is the EOB (End Of Build) or EOC (End Of Curve) typically reached in a construction project?

After the building construction is completed Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'End Of Curve' in EOC stand for in construction terminology?

End point of a turning curve in the construction Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to identify the EOB (End Of Build) or EOC (End Of Curve) in a construction project?

To avoid delays in the building process Signup and view all the answers

What action is typically taken once the EOB (End Of Build) or EOC (End Of Curve) is reached?

Transition to the next phase of the project Signup and view all the answers