Probable systematic error in precise levelling as recommended by International Geodetic
Association should not exceed (where is in kilometers.)
(A) ± 0.1 k mm
(B) ± 0.2 k mm
(C) ± 0.1 k
(D) 0.2 k mm

1 Answer

Answer :

(D) 0.2 k mm

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