Practice Establishing A Point By At Least Two Independent Measurements (1.2.2)

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Question 1.
What are independent measurements?
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Think about why different measurements are important.
Question 2.
Define control points in surveying.
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Why are these points crucial for surveying accuracy?
3Question 3.
What is the primary method of establishing a new point in surveying?
- Only linear measurements
- Only angular measurements
- At least two independent measurements
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Think about what is necessary to ensure accuracy.
4Question 4.
True or False: Triangulation is not needed for mapping.
- True
- False
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Consider how points are established.
Question 5.
Given control points A(1, 2) and B(4, 5), find point C's coordinates if angle ACB is 45 degrees and AC = 5 units.
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Draw the triangle and apply cosine for angle relationships.
Question 6.
Discuss the potential errors when only linear measurements are used in a long survey project.
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Reflect on what triangulation provides that linear measurement might miss.

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