LSIT Plan and Map Reading 2

Question 1

On a topographic map, which feature is represented by contour lines that form a V-shape pointing uphill?

Accepted Answer

A valley or drainage

Answer

A ridge

Answer

A cliff

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A depression

Question 2

What does a dashed line typically represent on a survey plat?

Accepted Answer

A recorded easement or right-of-way

Answer

A property line with a known bearing

Answer

A section line

Answer

A contour line

Question 3

A benchmark labeled 'BM 1452.67' on a USGS quadrangle map indicates what?

Accepted Answer

A vertical control point with an elevation of 1452.67 feet

Answer

A horizontal control point at latitude 14°52'

Answer

A triangulation station at mile marker 1452

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A magnetic declination reading

Question 4

On a construction plan set, which sheet typically shows grading, drainage, and earthwork information?

Accepted Answer

Civil grading plan

Answer

Architectural floor plan

Answer

Electrical single-line diagram

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Structural framing plan

Question 5

What is the purpose of a north arrow on a survey map?

Accepted Answer

To orient the map with respect to true, magnetic, or grid north

Answer

To indicate magnetic south for compass calibration

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To show the direction of increasing lot numbers

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To mark the direction of the prevailing wind

Question 6

A 'hachure' mark on an older topographic map indicates which feature?

Accepted Answer

The downhill side of a slope or depression

Answer

A road surface type

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A property corner monument

Answer

A water body boundary

Question 7

When reading a highway construction plan, the 'centerline stationing' increases in which direction?

Accepted Answer

In the direction of increasing station numbers along the project alignment

Answer

Always from south to north

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Always from west to east

Answer

From the highest to the lowest elevation