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Question 1

First Rule in Tape Correction

Answer 1

When a line is measured with a tape that is TOO LONG, corrections are ADDED

Question 2

Second Rule in Tape Correction

Answer 2

When laying out a length with a tape that is TOO LONG, corrections are SUBTRACTED

Question 3

Third Rule in Tape Correction

Answer 3

When a line is measured or laid out with a tape that is TOO SHORT, corrections applied are opposite of 1st and 2nd rules

Question 4

General Statement in Tape Correction

Answer 4

“When measuring with tape
TOO LONG, ADD; TOO SHORT, SUBTRACT. Do the reverse when laying out.”

Question 5

Corrections to Tape

Answer 5

1. Due to Tape Not of Standard Length
2. Due to Slope
3. Due to Alignment
4. Due to Temperature
5. Due to Tension
6. Due to Sag
7. Due to Wind

Question 6

Why the Tape is not of Standard Length

Answer 6

Often due to imperfections in their
manufacture, stretching or wear

Also due to constant use of tapes becoming worn, kinked, and improperly repaired when
breaks occurred.

Corrections may vary from few millimeters or centimeters