ELEMENTARY SURVEYING PRE-FINALS REVIEWER EXAM

Question 1

13. These are the 2 methods to indirectly solve the horizontal distance between 2 points.

Accepted Answer

C. Stadia Method & Substense Bar Method

Question 2

2. It is an improved version of linen tape and is made of brass/copper.

Accepted Answer

D. Metallic Woven Tapes

Question 3

10. These are methods of taping except:

Accepted Answer

C. Measuring the tape

Question 4

1. It is a method of determining the length between 2 points using Electromagnetic Waves.

Accepted Answer

C. EDM

Question 5

5. It facilitates the application of a desired/standard pull when using tape.

Accepted Answer

B. Tension Handle

Question 6

15. It is used to find a vertical reference line called 'plumb'.

Accepted Answer

B. Plumb Bobs

Question 7

14. It is a technique used to derive accurate measurements & 3D models of objects/landscapes from images.

Accepted Answer

B. Photogrammetry

Question 8

9. It is used in surveying when measuring distances by taking stadia readings using an instrument such as theodolite.

Accepted Answer

B. Tachymetry

Question 9

4. It is defined as the length of a normal step in walking.

Accepted Answer

B. Pace

Question 10

8. It is the accurate determination of a distance between 2 points in any surface

Accepted Answer

A. Basic Operations of Plane Surveying

Question 11

11. It is used for spotting & marking the position of survey stations.

Accepted Answer

B. Range Poles

Question 12

19. There are 5 types of Tape Corrections.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 13

18. The term 'quick measure' from Greek is known as Tachymetry

Accepted Answer

True

Question 14

6. Its methods are through: Plane Table Surveys & Triangular Works

Accepted Answer

D. Distance through Graphical and Mathematical Method

Question 15

16. Tape is of nominal length due to the difference in the temperature during the actual measurement.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 16

20. Corrections are applied in order to significantly reduce or even&#13;eliminate such (systematic) errors

Accepted Answer

True

Question 17

17. Graphic Information Systems or GIS is an example of Photogrammetry

Accepted Answer

True

Question 18

7. These devices are only applicable for low precision surveys or where quick measurements are desired except:

Accepted Answer

C. Pedometer

Question 19

3. Also known as "Chain of Simple Triangles"

Accepted Answer

A. Triangulation

Question 20

12. A type of measuring tape that is made of steel and may corrode easily.

Accepted Answer

A. Steel Tapes

Questions 20