If the angular measurements of a traverse are more precise than its linear measurements, balancing of the traverse, is done by (A) Bowditch's rule (B) Transit rule (C) Empirical rule (D) All of the above

If the angular measurements of a traverse are more precise than its linear measurements, 

balancing of the traverse, is done by 

(A) Bowditch's rule 

(B) Transit rule 

(C) Empirical rule 

(D) All of the above 

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(B) Transit rule 

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Transit rule of adjusting the consecutive coordinates of a traverse is used where (A) Linear and angular measurements of the traverse are of equal accuracy (B) Angular measurements are more accurate than linear measurements (C) Linear measurements are more accurate than angular measurements (D) All of the above

Description : Transit rule of adjusting the consecutive coordinates of a traverse is used where (A) Linear and angular measurements of the traverse are of equal accuracy (B) Angular measurements are more accurate ... (C) Linear measurements are more accurate than angular measurements (D) All of the above

Last Answer : (B) Angular measurements are more accurate than linear measurements

If a linear traverse follows a sharp curve round a large lake where it is difficult to have long legs, the accuracy of the traverse may be improved by (A) Taking short legs (B) Making repeated observations of angular and linear measurements (C) Making a subsidiary traverse to determine the length of a long leg (D) All the above

Description : If a linear traverse follows a sharp curve round a large lake where it is difficult to have long legs,  the accuracy of the traverse may be improved by  (A) Taking short legs  (B) Making ... (C) Making a subsidiary traverse to determine the length of a long leg  (D) All the above 

Last Answer : (C) Making a subsidiary traverse to determine the length of a long leg 

In precision theodolite traverse if included angles are read twice and the mean reading accepted using both verniers having a least count of 30". Assuming the instrument to be in perfect adjustment, linear measurements correct to 6 mm per 30 metre tape duly corrected for temperature, slope and sag, the angular error of closure not to exceed (where n is the number of traverse legs) (A) 50" n(B) 30" n(C) 60" n (D) None of these

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Last Answer : (A) 50" n

Angles to a given pivot station observed from a number of traverse stations when plotted, the lines to the pivot station intersect at a common point (A) Angular measurements are correct and not the linear measurements (B) Linear measurements are correct and not the angular measurements (C) Angular and linear measurements are correct and not the plotting of traverse (D) Angular and linear measurements and also plotting of the traverse are correct

Description : Angles to a given pivot station observed from a number of traverse stations when plotted, the lines to the pivot station intersect at a common point (A) Angular measurements are correct and ... plotting of traverse (D) Angular and linear measurements and also plotting of the traverse are correct

Last Answer : (D) Angular and linear measurements and also plotting of the traverse are correct

Under ordinary conditions, the precision of a theodolite traverse is affected by (A) Systematic angular errors (B) Accidental linear errors (C) Systematic linear errors (D) Accidental angular errors

Description : Under ordinary conditions, the precision of a theodolite traverse is affected by (A) Systematic angular errors (B) Accidental linear errors (C) Systematic linear errors (D) Accidental angular errors

Last Answer : (C) Systematic linear errors

Setting out a curve by two theodolite method, involves (A) Linear measurements only (B) Angular measurements only (C) Both linear and angular measurements (D) None of these

Description : Setting out a curve by two theodolite method, involves (A) Linear measurements only (B) Angular measurements only (C) Both linear and angular measurements (D) None of these

Last Answer : (B) Angular measurements only

In chain surveying field work is limited to (A) Linear measurements only (B) Angular measurements only (C) Both linear and angular measurements (D) All the above

Description : In chain surveying field work is limited to (A) Linear measurements only (B) Angular measurements only (C) Both linear and angular measurements (D) All the above

Last Answer : (A) Linear measurements only

The operation of making the algebraic sum of latitudes and departures of a closed traverse, each equal to zero, is known (A) Balancing the sights (B) Balancing the departures (C) Balancing the latitudes (D) Balancing the traverse

Description : The operation of making the algebraic sum of latitudes and departures of a closed traverse, each equal to zero, is known (A) Balancing the sights (B) Balancing the departures (C) Balancing the latitudes (D) Balancing the traverse

Last Answer : (D) Balancing the traverse

Which of the following methods of theodolite traversing is suitable for locating the details which are far away from transit stations? (A) Measuring angle and distance from one transit station (B) Measuring angles to the point from at least two stations (C) Measuring angle at one station and distance from other (D) Measuring distance from two points on traverse line

Description : Which of the following methods of theodolite traversing is suitable for locating the details which are far away from transit stations? (A) Measuring angle and distance from one transit station (B) ... at one station and distance from other (D) Measuring distance from two points on traverse line

Last Answer : (B) Measuring angles to the point from at least two stations

State Bowditch’s Rule.

Description : State Bowditch’s Rule. 

Last Answer : Bowditch’s Rule states that the total error in latitude or departure is distributed in proportion to the lengths of the traverse.  

Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) The framework which consists of a series of connected lines, the lengths and directions of which are found from measurements, is called a traverse (B) The system of a series of lines which forms a circuit which ends at the starting point, is called a closed traverse (C) The traverse that starts from a point already fixed in some survey system and ends on another such point, is called a controlled traverse (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) The framework which consists of a series of connected lines, the lengths and directions of which are found from measurements, is called a traverse ... system and ends on another such point, is called a controlled traverse (D) All the above

Last Answer : (D) All the above

For a closed traverse the omitted measurements may be calculated (A) Length of one side only (B) Bearing of one side only (C) Both length and bearing of one side (D) All the above

Description : For a closed traverse the omitted measurements may be calculated (A) Length of one side only (B) Bearing of one side only (C) Both length and bearing of one side (D) All the above

Last Answer : (D) All the above

Prolongation of chain line across an obstruction in chain surveying, is done by (A) Making angular measurements (B) Drawing perpendiculars with a chain (C) Solution of triangles (D) All the above

Description : Prolongation of chain line across an obstruction in chain surveying, is done by (A) Making angular measurements (B) Drawing perpendiculars with a chain (C) Solution of triangles (D) All the above

Last Answer : (B) Drawing perpendiculars with a chain

Pick up the correct statement from the following (A) 1 second of arc corresponds to a displacement ratio of 1:206, 300 (B) 1 degree of arc corresponds to a displacement ratio of 1:57(C) The angular errors tend to propagate themselves along a traverse as the square root of the number of stations (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following (A) 1 second of arc corresponds to a displacement ratio of 1:206, 300 (B) 1 degree of arc corresponds to a displacement ratio of 1:57 (C) ... to propagate themselves along a traverse as the square root of the number of stations (D) All the above

Last Answer : (D) All the above

The purpose of squirrel-cage windings in a synchronous motor is to ______________. A. provide more precise balancing B. produce a higher power factor C. eliminate arcing between the stator and the frame D. provide a means for starting

Description : The purpose of squirrel-cage windings in a synchronous motor is to ______________. A. provide more precise balancing B. produce a higher power factor C. eliminate arcing between the stator and the frame D. provide a means for starting

Last Answer : Answer: D

If is the perimete D is the closing error in departure, the correction for the departure of a traverse side of length , according to Bowditch rule, is (A) D × L/l (B) D × l²/L (C) L × l D (D) D × l/L

Description : If is the perimete D is the closing error in departure, the correction for the departure of a traverse side of length , according to Bowditch rule, is (A) D × L/l (B) D × l²/L (C) L × l D (D) D × l/L

Last Answer : (D) D × l/L

Bowditch rule is applied to (A) An open traverse for graphical adjustment (B) A closed traverse for adjustment of closing error (C) Determine the effect of local attraction (D) None of the above

Description : Bowditch rule is applied to (A) An open traverse for graphical adjustment (B) A closed traverse for adjustment of closing error (C) Determine the effect of local attraction (D) None of the above

Last Answer : (B) A closed traverse for adjustment of closing error

Greater accuracy in linear measurements, is obtained by (A) Tacheometry (B) Direct chaining (C) Direct taping (D) All the above

Description : Greater accuracy in linear measurements, is obtained by (A) Tacheometry (B) Direct chaining (C) Direct taping (D) All the above

Last Answer : (C) Direct taping

Radar surface-angular measurements are referenced to true north and measured in what plane?

Description : Radar surface-angular measurements are referenced to true north and measured in what plane?

Last Answer : Horizontal plane.

A regional boo onal bookstore chai re chain is ab n is about to build a distribution cen ion center that is centrally located for its eight retail outlets. It will most likely employ likely employ which of the following which of the following tools of analysis? a. assembly assembly line balancing b. balancing b. load- distance analysis c. center-of-gravity model d. linear programming

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Explain balancing or mechanical equilibrium. Linear velocity of a rotating fan as a whole is generally zero.

Description : Explain balancing or mechanical equilibrium. Linear velocity of a rotating fan as a whole is generally zero.

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In the Empirical Rule of data will fall in with two standard deviation.?

Description : In the Empirical Rule of data will fall in with two standard deviation.?

Last Answer : Approx 95% of the observations.

In the Empirical Rule of data will fall in with two standard deviation.?

Description : In the Empirical Rule of data will fall in with two standard deviation.?

Last Answer : Approx 95% of the observations.

Explain in brief linear measurements using: {i) Chaining (ii) Digital Tape

Description : Explain in brief linear measurements using: {i) Chaining (ii) Digital Tape

Last Answer : i. Chaining:  a. Linear measurement with chain carried out by two chainmen-Leader and follower.  b. The follower keeps the chain handle at starting station point, holds firmly it and directs the ... is at right spot, press the button and tape measures, calculates and displays distance on screen.

A traverse deflection angle is (A) Less than 90° (B) More than 90° but less than 180° (C) The difference between the included angle and 180° (D) The difference between 360° and the included angle

Description : A traverse deflection angle is  (A) Less than 90°  (B) More than 90° but less than 180°  (C) The difference between the included angle and 180°  (D) The difference between 360° and the included angle 

Last Answer : (C) The difference between the included angle and 180° 

If in a closed traverse, the sum of the north latitudes is more than the sum of the south latitudes and also the sum of west departures than the sum of the east departures, the bearing of the closing line is in the (A) NE quadrant (B) SE quadrant (C) NW quadrant(D) SW quadrant

Description : If in a closed traverse, the sum of the north latitudes is more than the sum of the south latitudes and also the sum of west departures than the sum of the east departures, the bearing of the closing line is in the (A) NE quadrant (B) SE quadrant (C) NW quadrant (D) SW quadrant

Last Answer : (B) SE quadrant

The length of a traverse leg may be obtained by multiplying the latitude and (A) Secant of its reduced bearing (B) Sine of its reduced bearing (C) Cosine of its reduced bearing (D) Tangent of its reduced bearing

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Last Answer : (A) Secant of its reduced bearing

Angle through which an object has moved is called it's A. linear displacement B. linear distance C. angular displacement D. angular distance

Description : Angle through which an object has moved is called it's A. linear displacement B. linear distance C. angular displacement D. angular distance

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In a precision traverse, included angles are measured by setting the vernier (A) To read zero exactly on back station (B) To read 5° exactly on back station (C) Somewhere near zero and reading both verniers on back station (D) All the above

Description : In a precision traverse, included angles are measured by setting the vernier  (A) To read zero exactly on back station  (B) To read 5° exactly on back station  (C) Somewhere near zero and reading both verniers on back station  (D) All the above

Last Answer : (C) Somewhere near zero and reading both verniers on back station 

If deflection angles are measured in a closed traverse, the difference between the sum of the right-hand and that of the left hand angles should be equal to (A) 0° (B) 90° (C) 180° (D) 360°

Description : If deflection angles are measured in a closed traverse, the difference between the sum of the right-hand and that of the left hand angles should be equal to (A) 0° (B) 90° (C) 180° (D) 360°

Last Answer : (D) 360°

The included angles of a theodolite traverse, are generally measured (A) Clockwise from the forward station (B) Anti-clockwise from the back station (C) Anti-clockwise from the forward station (D) Clockwise from the back station

Description : The included angles of a theodolite traverse, are generally measured (A) Clockwise from the forward station (B) Anti-clockwise from the back station (C) Anti-clockwise from the forward station (D) Clockwise from the back station

Last Answer : (D) Clockwise from the back station

The bearings of two traverse legs AB and BC are N52° 45' E and N34° 30' E respectively. The deflection angle is (A) 18° 15' E (B) 18° 15' N (C) 18° 15' W (D) 18° 15' L

Description : The bearings of two traverse legs AB and BC are N52° 45' E and N34° 30' E respectively. The deflection angle is (A) 18° 15' E (B) 18° 15' N (C) 18° 15' W (D) 18° 15' L

Last Answer : (D) 18° 15' L

The distances AC and BC are measured from two fixed points A and B whose distance AB is known. The point C is plotted by intersection. This method is generally adopted in (A) Chain surveying (B) Traverse method of surveys (C) Triangulation (D) None of these

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The orthographical projection of a traverse leg upon the reference meridian, is known as (A) Departure of leg (B) Latitude to the leg (C) Co-ordinate of the leg (D) Bearing of the leg

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The most reliable method of plotting a theodolite traverse, is (A) By consecutive co-ordinates of each station (B) By independent co-ordinates of each station (C) By plotting included angles and scaling off each traverse leg (D) By the tangent method of plotting

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Last Answer : (B) By independent co-ordinates of each station

In a closed traverse, sum of south latitudes exceeds the sum of north latitudes and the sum of east departures exceeds the sum of west departures, then, the closing line will lie in (A) North-west quadrant (B) North-east quadrant (C) South-east quadrant (D) South-west quadrant

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Last Answer : (A) North-west quadrant

The distance between terminal points computed from a subsidiary traverse run between them, is generally known, as (A) Traverse leg (B) A base (C) Traverse base (D) All the above

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The angle between the prolongation of the preceding line and the forward line of a traverse is called (A) Deflection angle (B) Included angle (C) Direct angle (D) None of the above

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