Survey Terminology Flashcards

1
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What is PRECISION?

A

Degree of perfection used in the survey.

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What is ACCURACY?

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Degree of perfection obtained in the results.

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3
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Surveying involves the measurement of what two things?

A

Measurement of angles and distances.

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4
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What is a blunder?

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A blunder is a mistake due to human error.

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5
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What are two main purposes of surveying?

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  • to accurately measure and record data

- layout points from drawings

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