LAND SURVEYING 1

Which of the following is the first principle of surveying?

• Whole to whole
  

• Part to part

• Part to whole

• Whole to part

Answer explanation

Explanation: The first principle of surveying is to work from whole to part. Before starting the actual survey measurements, the surveying is to work from around the area to fix the best positions of survey lines and survey stations.

In which of the following types of surveying only linear measurements are made?

• Dumpy level

• Theodolite surveying

• Chain surveying

• Contouring

Answer explanation

Explanation: Chain surveying is the type of surveying in which only linear measurements are made in the field. This type of surveying is suitable for surveys of small extent on open take simple details.

Which instrument is used for measuring angles in a horizontal plane in land surveying?

• Level

• Chain

• Theodolite

• Prism

Answer explanation

Theodolite is used for measuring angles in a horizontal plane in land surveying.

What is the purpose of a benchmark in land surveying?

• To measure the depth of a hole

• To provide a reference point

• To measure the height of a building

• To determine the slope of a land

Answer explanation

The purpose of a benchmark in land surveying is to provide a reference point for measurements and calculations.

The art or science of determining the relative position of a point on, above or below the surface of earth is called ________

Marine surveying is necessary in the case of boat design.​ (a)  

• TRUE
• FALSE

Answer explanation

Explanation: Marine survey involves certain features which are capable of determining the boat functioning and its capabilities. The main purpose of marine surveying includes the processing of an errorless functioning boat, which can be used while underground surveying.

Reorder the following in setting up a plane table

• levelling

• orientation

• centering

MATCH THE FOLLOWING

• PRISMATIC COMPASS

• 
• THEODOLITE

• 
• SURVEYOR'S COMPASS

• 
• AUTO LEVEL

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What is the primary purpose of a cadastral survey in land surveying?

• To determine the geographical location of an area
• To establish the boundaries of a parcel of land
• To measure the depth of a hole
• To determine the slope of a land

What is the significance of a traverse in land surveying?

• To measure the depth of a hole
• To determine the slope of a land
• To create a series of interconnected lines for surveying large areas
• To establish the boundaries of a parcel of land