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  • What is the term for an imaginary line on the ground where all points have the same elevation?
  • One characteristic of the orthomorphic grid system is that
  • The angular space visible through a telescope is called what?
  • What type of lettering is typically used in maps representing relief features?
  • Which symbol is used for hydrographic surveys?
  • The distance between the rear nodal point of the lens and the focal plane.
  • What term describes maps that present spatial data using dots or shading to show distribution?
  • Which map displays the surface resulting from structural elements such as faults and folds, including the deformation of rock layers?
  • For the 1:1000 sectional cadastral map at the top right, what is the cadastral designation?
  • At coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the 1:250 scale in the top-left quadrant?
  • Which term denotes a small or medium scale map that shows relief using semi-pictorial symbols?
  • Which map shows rock types in a stratigraphic unit and indicates the location of sandstone within the formation?
  • In agricultural areas, the easement width for the banks of arroyos, streams, esteros and rivers and the shore of seas and lakes throughout their entire length is within a zone of how many meters?
  • Which term refers to the method of depicting the world on a plane by projecting lat-long coordinates to a flat surface?
  • What is the adjective used to describe measurements relating to the depths of oceans?
  • A network of lines of latitude used on a map is known as:
  • For a group of small lots shown on one plan, what is sufficient to indicate their topographic features and/or general classification?
  • What is the prescribed width of the easements for lands bordering seas, gulfs, bays or ports?
  • Bedrock maps are essential for which activities?
  • In the Transverse Mercator projection, distances are measured along which line?
  • For Sales Application (Individual), which symbol is used?
  • Corner circles on isolated land survey plans are drawn in what ink color?
  • Which device automatically trips the shutter at a specified time and advances film?
  • Which symbol is used to designate cadastral surveys by private enterprises?
  • The term "Rutter" refers to which manual?
  • A general map of large or small scale showing all important features, including relief.
  • On a mercator projection, a line of constant true bearing is a
  • Which term is used to describe the maximum scale error for the Albers projection?
  • Mercator projections are widely used for navigation but are not advisable beyond 70 degrees latitude because of distortion.
  • What is the maximum area error for Alders projection?
  • Which map type is prepared and kept up to date for each province?
  • At the North Pole, where is Polaris located in the sky relative to the observer?
  • Which map represents large regions, countries or continents at a small scale?
  • Which projection has a maximum azimuth error of 0° 4'?
  • What is the process of converting aerial photographs into map products called?
  • A glass top table with lights underneath the glass which is used for copying is called what?
  • Which map shows parcel boundaries and parcel ownership?
  • What is the maximum azimuth error of Polyconic projection?
  • Which symbol designates triangulation surveys?
  • The ratio of the photo distance to the map distance, multiplied by a map scale, is known as which term?
  • The angular space observable through an optical instrument is known as what?
  • What is the dimension of the standard concrete monuments defining the positions of barangay boundaries?
  • Which office should be consulted on the minimum widths of roadways within residential subdivisions?
  • Which line defines the shoreline for boundary purposes?
  • Camera lenses with an angular field of view more than 100 degrees are classified as what?
  • Which of the following is not considered to be a map?
  • Which symbol denotes private land surveys by Private Geodetic Engineers?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number of the Sectional Cadastral Map with a scale of 1:500 at the top left for Sector 1-B?
  • What is the central meridian for zone II of the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • A symbolized picture of the Earth's pattern drawn to scale on a horizontal projection with lettering for identification is known as what?
  • Which grid system considers the portion of the earth between two selected parallels of latitude to be a horizontal slice of a cone?
  • In a Lambert projection, the scale factor is less than one between standard parallels.
  • Which projection is a conic projection based on two standard parallels?
  • Type of photographs taken from known ground-based positions with the camera axis horizontal or nearly so is called what?
  • Which term describes lines that run from the North Pole to the South Pole on a map?
  • Height of hills and mountains over the adjacent valleys, basins, or plains.
  • At coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the 1:1000 scale in the bottom-left quadrant?
  • Which group of explorers is credited with leading to the new era of cartography?
  • On a globe, rhumb line is a
  • For National Government Land or Private Land to be acquired by the National Government, which symbol is used?
  • Which map has entries the names of claimants and adjacent boundaries of the project?
  • Which symbol is used to designate public land surveys such as National Government Land or Private Consolidation of undecreed property?
  • In the 1:1000 maps, which position corresponds to the top left shading?
  • At coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number for the 1:1000 scale in the bottom-right quadrant?
  • When the boundary line follows the direction of irregular rice land dikes, monuments should be placed at corners within what average interval (from monument to monument)?
  • Which symbol designates National Government Land or Private Consolidation of undecreed property?
  • Which group of projections makes any area on the map equivalent to its area on the globe?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number of the 1:500 sectional map at the top left for Sector 3-C?
  • What is the maximum diameter of the conical hole used to center the top of a corner monument?
  • Which symbol designates National Government Land or Private Land to be acquired by the National Government?
  • Lines drawn on maps connecting points of equal value?
  • What is the extent of zone V in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • For Miscellaneous Sales Application (individual), which symbol is used?
  • MSL is an acronym used in mapping for the mean sea level. Which option best represents its meaning?
  • Which camera uses two or more lenses to expose multiple films at the same time?
  • Map projection turned right angles to their usual orientation is known as
  • Which statement is true about corner markers and their descriptions on isolated land survey plans?
  • The depth in the ground for Bureau of Lands Location Monuments is how many centimeters?
  • Maximum error of area in Polyconic projection is:
  • Which option best describes a thematic map?
  • Arc distance from the equator measured in degrees?
  • Which object not less than 15 centimeters in diameter can be considered as a monument?
  • The maximum scale error of the Lambert Zenithal Projection is which value?
  • When map entries are overcrowded, which description should be tabulated?
  • Which statement correctly describes the PPCS point of origin?
  • Lithography is best described as which printing method?
  • A line that intersects all successive meridians at the same constant angle is generally called a
  • For Barangay boundary monuments, which statement correctly describes the depth and projection?
  • Pinpoint or crosses, or four sides of the map by which color separation drawings are adjusted to each other are called
  • Which symbol is used for political boundary surveys?
  • Where are the names placed relative to symbols on a small-scale map?
  • The brain's fusion of the two eye images to create a three-dimensional impression is called
  • Which term refers to color gradations like altitude tint patterns?
  • They are used to locate the principal point or geometric center.
  • What is made from finely powdered graphite mixed with clay?
  • A map scale can be expressed as a ratio or as a fraction; which statement is true?
  • Streams having natural bends or channels in width of what minimum measurement shall be excluded from the boundaries of the property?
  • What are lines on the Earth's surface that run parallel to the equator called?
  • Which map type covers areas within spheroidal quadrangles of one degree and thirty minutes of arc in latitude and one degree of arc in longitude, drawn in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System at a scale of 1:400,000?
  • Which map would you use to depict the bathymetry of the seabed?
  • Small or medium scale map-showing the nature relief by semi-pictorial symbols is called what?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the top left quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map with Sector 1-B?
  • It refers to the relationship which the distance between any two points on the map bears to the corresponding distance on the ground.
  • Which camera type is used to capture a continuous strip along the flight line?
  • What is the central meridian for zone III of the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number for the bottom right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map in Sector 1-C?
  • Which term refers to a reference element used to relate other map elements?
  • Which term best describes the set of maps that includes cadastral, municipal base maps, provincial base maps, and regional base maps?
  • A topographic map of the floor of the sea is known as what?
  • What term denotes a collection of map sheets that cover a larger geographic region?
  • What is the maximum scale error associated with the Albers projection?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:500 scale in the bottom-left quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Which term describes the set of lines used as the basis for plotting coordinates, i.e., the coordinate grid?
  • Which relief representation method uses short lines parallel to the dip of the slope, with heavier lines for steeper slopes?
  • Which map is regarded as the 'mother of all Philippine maps'?
  • The group of projection with horizontal parallels and evenly set vertical meridians is known as
  • Which symbol designates private land consolidation of decreed property by private land subdivision?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:250 scale in the top-left quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Which term describes the relative darkness of grays on air photos?
  • Conventional color for hypsography water features shown on the map?
  • Intermediate boundary points may be marked by which of the following?
  • In Gall projections, parallels are projected from which point on the equator to any meridian?
  • Which statement correctly describes the order of geographic coordinates used on the CM title page?
  • The normal spacing of lettering is typically less than the width of a normal letter. This refers to which dimension?
  • Which term refers to a small spherical model of the Earth used in cartography?
  • In the Lambert conic projection, geodetic azimuth minus the convergence equals which of the following?
  • The natural bed or channel of arroyos, esteros, or rivers shall be:
  • Which map projection projects geographic meridians and parallels onto a cylinder which is tangent to the surface of a sphere and develops the cylinder into a plane?
  • One point of similarity between true military grids and broad-area referencing systems in that both are
  • Which term describes a representation of the terrain in three dimensions with suitable horizontal and vertical scales to provide a striking and realistic expression of topography?
  • A group of projection with horizontal parallelsand evently set vertical meridians.
  • Mean Sea Level is an acronym used in mapping for which elevation reference?
  • Which symbol is used to designate cadastral surveys by Geodetic Engineers?
  • Which color is used for all man-made or cultural features, political subdivisions, place names, guidelines and lettering on the map?
  • Which term refers to any narrow natural bed or channel through which the water flows continuously or intermittently throughout the year?
  • The depth in the ground for barangay boundary monuments is how many centimeters?
  • Which symbol shall designate segregation survey?
  • Trees belonging to the first group can be monuments when their diameter is 15 to 50 centimeters. Which option matches this range?
  • Which projection is used in mapping extensive areas of hemispherical proportion on any projection, whether conformal or equal-area?
  • Conventional color to represent vegetation on the map?
  • Which projection is a conic projection based on two standard parallels?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the bottom left quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 1-C?
  • Where do you submit the survey returns for verification and approval?
  • Which symbol shall designate cadastral surveys by Geodetic Engineers?
  • Which projection is described as a projection on which the shape of any small area remains unchanged?
  • With which one of the following types of projections do serious defects develop toward the north and the south boundaries if the total area mapped includes more than 30 degrees of latitude?
  • Which symbol is used to designate public land surveys such as Free Patent Application?
  • What is the cadastral number for the 1:2000 bottom left map?
  • Any regular set of parallels and meridians upon which a map can be drawn is called
  • A modified equal-area conical projection with lines representing standard parallels and a central meridian intersecting near the center is known as which projection?
  • The area to be mapped must be small, long and narrow with the long axis in the direction of the meridian or parallel using a:
  • The Transverse Mercator projection is best suited for states that have what characteristic?
  • Which map shows land or submarine bottom relief in terms of height above a datum, using contours, hachures and shading?
  • Which map type depicts relief at small to medium scales using semi pictorial symbols?
  • Which line maintains a constant bearing along its entire length?
  • The instrument used to draw smooth curves in map construction is which?
  • Which term describes the practice of combining multiple aerial photographs into a single large image?
  • A topographic map of the ocean floor is called:
  • Which projection consists of a series of cones with apexes on the polar axis and is ideal for north-south countries, though not suitable for large-scale maps?
  • What is the prescribed width of easements for banks of arroyos, streams, esteros and rivers, and the shorelines throughout their entire length in forest areas?
  • What is the scale factor of the central meridian of the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • The spreading of letters on the map such as countries, mountains, regions, etc. will depend on the skill of cartographer.
  • What is the central meridian for zone V of the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • Which symbol marks a political boundary survey?
  • Which projection is described as an equirectangular projection with evenly spaced parallels and meridians?
  • The known father of cartography
  • Conventional color used in hypsography?
  • What is the minimum outside diameter for metal pipes to be considered permanent monuments?
  • Map projection turned at right angles to their usual orientation.
  • Which symbol is used to designate public land surveys such as Consolidation and subdivision of undecreed property?
  • For the 1:2000 sectional cadastral map at bottom right, which sectional number is shaded?
  • Trees belonging to the first group could be considered as monuments of permanent nature to be used in defining and marking corners when it has a diameter from what to what centimeters?
  • Which type of projections could be considered cylindrical or rectangular projections?
  • What is the term for a line that crosses successive meridians at a constant angle (also called loxodrome)?
  • A map showing general information used as a base upon which thematic map information is added is called what?
  • A drawing of a three-dimensional body related to 3 axes; the dimensions parallel to the axes are true to scale; one axis is usually vertical?
  • A primary feature of a Lambert projectionis
  • What is the art and science of preparing all types of maps and charts called?
  • Lands bordering seas, gulfs, bays or ports are burdened with a right-of-way easement of what width in meters?
  • Plastic shading combined with gradient (altitude) tints
  • A special purpose map generally for water or air navigation is called a:
  • Which symbol designates Reclaimed Lands?
  • Which description correctly identifies the Polyconic projection?
  • In cartography, scale is defined as the ratio of map distance to what distance?
  • Which projection has rays parallel and perpendicular to a plane tangent to a sphere?
  • What term is used for the representation of water features on maps?
  • At coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the 1:250 scale in the bottom-left quadrant?
  • A type of photograph that has emerged from space exploration, with cameras that may be fixed on Earth, on a spacecraft, in an artificial satellite, or on the Moon or near planets.
  • Which statement describes Polyconic projection regarding how parallels are represented?
  • Which camera type is the simplest and commonly used for mapping photographs?
  • A shade between black and white?
  • What term describes a network of two sets of regularly spaced straight lines intersecting usually at right angles?
  • An explanation of symbols on map?
  • A lens with a field of view between 75 and 100 degrees is commonly called what?
  • Which contour feature is commonly used to indicate a depression on maps in the provided material?
  • Which color reproduction method uses filters and halftone screens?
  • What term refers to the pinpoints or crosses on the four sides of a map used to align color separation drawings?
  • The notation 17-36 N and 121-42 E represents which geographic notation?
  • Which map type is described by a scale of 1:4000 and is drawn on stable base approximately 54 by 54 centimeters?
  • As required in preparation of a C.M., at latitude 17-36 N and longitude 121-42 E, the title page is labeled:
  • Part of the camera which controls the length of time that light is permitted to pass through the lens.
  • For orientation, which symbol indicates the direction of the reference meridian used in a map?
  • What is the line traced by a plane that passes through both poles called?
  • Cadastral maps are reproduced primarily for which purpose?
  • Which symbol designates private land consolidation and subdivision of decreed property by Land Management Geodetic Engineer?
  • Maps that indicate forests, meadows, colors, patterns, indexes and figures are known as what?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the top right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map with Sector 1-C?
  • Which instrument is used to copy maps at different scales by tracing the original and scaling?
  • Which symbol is used for topographic surveys?
  • Which map projection is used for areas that are predominantly north-south direction?
  • Which projection requires a separate computation and map for each city or base on which the map is centered?
  • Which of the following is the cadastral designation for the top right 1:1000 map?
  • For regions that extend predominantly north-south, which projection is commonly used?
  • In the Lambert Conformal Conic projection, which statement is true about directions within the standard parallels?
  • Which projection is described as showing each parallel of latitude as the arc of a circle whose radius is equal to the length of the tangent from the parallel to the earth's axis?
  • When a corner is inaccessible, its position is defined by two what?
  • A map showing boundaries and subdivisions of tract of land prepared by surveying
  • The title 'Carta Hydugraphica y Chorographica de las Islas Filipinas' is the title of which map?
  • Device used as tools in projecting or plotting different curves?
  • Which symbol designates Miscellaneous Sales Application (individual)?
  • Maps and plans of all land surveys in the Philippines are plotted on standard base maps projected upon spheroidal quadrangles of which spheroid?
  • The products of sea-level factor times scale factor is called:
  • For the same coordinates, which cadastral number corresponds to the bottom left position on the 1:500 sectional map?
  • Relative darkness of gray tones
  • The kind of survey used for the purpose of locating markings under the surface of the earth is:
  • In private practice, the GE uses survey symbols suffixed to identify the survey being accepted by the LMS\DENR. What is the suffix?
  • In the described projection, Clarke 1866 ellipsoid is used with latitude origin at the equator and longitude origin at the central meridian; which projection is this?
  • Foremost in the development of modern cartography?
  • In map making, what term describes the map used as a base for overlaying thematic data?
  • What is the minimum depth in the ground for corner monuments installed for land tracts?
  • When marking intermediate points along boundary lines following irregular rice land dikes, which markers may be used?
  • Which map type displays the surface resulting from structural elements such as faults and folds and shows how much the rock layers have been deformed?
  • Which map projection projects geographic meridians and parallels onto a cylinder tangent to the earth’s surface?
  • Short lines perpendicular to the neat line marking grid system.
  • What is the term for a map scale where 1 cm on the map represents 1 km on the ground?
  • Hypsography on a map relates to which aspect?
  • What type of map shows the thickness of a specific stratigraphic interval using isopachs contour lines?
  • Geodetic engineers shall submit their______________ filled out in the appropriate blanks and signed and scaled by them.
  • Who determined the circumference of the Earth and was keeper of the Library of Alexandria?
  • Which projection is cylindrical with two standard parallels?
  • Which object could be used as monuments of permanent nature to define and mark corners when its diameter exceeds 1 meter?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:250 scale in the bottom-left quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Which term denotes the practice of preparing a negative map reproduction by engraving on a coated surface?
  • Which projection uses the property that the parallels are straight lines and the meridians are curved when the plane of projection is tangent at the equator?
  • A continuous map formed by mounting several maps together is called a
  • Camera lenses with an angular field-of-view ranging from 75 degrees to 100 degrees are classified as what?
  • Which printing method is described as using the lithographic principle with greasy ink on metal rollers, transferring to a rubber cylinder and then to paper?
  • Which term describes a lune-shaped map designed to fit on a globe?
  • In the Philippine plane coordinate system, which zone has central meridian 121°?
  • What term refers to the surface used as a reference for geodetic surveys that closely resembles the geoid?
  • Chorographic maps depict what kind of geographic extent?
  • Which symbol designates relocation surveys?
  • Which projection is widely used for air navigation due to angle preservation?
  • Mapping of tunnel can be done by photogrammetric method with the aid of
  • Loxodrome is defined as a line that maintains what along its length?
  • What is the term for the process of engraving lines and symbols on a coating to prepare a map negative?
  • A map that uses elevation data to show vertical relief with shading and contours?
  • What is the angular unit MIL equivalent to 1/6400 of a full circle?
  • Who is known as the father of Dutch cartography?
  • Which projection preserves the relative sizes of geographic areas?
  • An instrument for laying out angles.
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number for the bottom right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map in Sector 1-B?
  • Which term is used for a three-dimensional representation on a map with one vertical axis?
  • Which symbol denotes cadastral surveys by Geodetic Engineers?
  • Lithography is described as which printing method?
  • Vegetation types that may be indicated within the area under cultivation using light dotted lines include which of the following?
  • In which projection does the equator appear as a horizontal line and the poles lie at their correct surface distance from the equator?
  • Which Sectional Reference example corresponds to the bottom right position?
  • For a sectional cadastral map at 1:2000 scale, top left shading uses which cadastral number?
  • What branch of the art of surveying deals with such great areas that it becomes necessary to make systematic allowance for the effect of the earth's curvature?
  • Survey symbol to designate consolidation and subdivision as decreed by Public Land Surveyor?
  • The term for a symbolized representation of the Earth's surface drawn to scale on a flat plane is which of the following?
  • Which symbol designates Group Settlement Surveys?
  • Which projection is least suited for general office use because it distorts relative sizes across latitudes?
  • A map not showing relief, in contrast to topographic map.
  • Which symbol marks a hydrographic survey?
  • Which map type is drafted on drafting materials approximately 104 by 104 centimeters?
  • A systematic drawing to scale on a plane surface of lines representing the parallels and meridians of the earth is termed a what?
  • A grid system in which West-East and South-North measurements are not always positive corresponds to which option?
  • Which term describes the dimensional scope of a planimetric map?
  • Which hydrographic method determines the depth of the underwater bed?
  • Which symbol is used to designate private land surveys by Private Geodetic Engineers?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the top right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 1-C?
  • Which symbol denotes special work order surveys?
  • Which projection has error that increases as you move away from the central meridian?
  • Which term refers to a relief-drawing technique using curves?
  • What is the minimum length for each arm of the cross when defining a corner?
  • Cadastral maps such as municipal base maps, provincial base maps, and regional base maps are classifications of which type of base maps?
  • Which projection has a maximum azimuth error of 0° 0'?
  • The meridian used as a reference line for longitudinal measurements, from which the longitude grid is drawn, is called what?
  • The Lambert conformal projection
  • Which projection is especially suitable for portraying countries extending north-south such as the Philippines and Chile?
  • Which symbol is used to designate segregation survey?
  • Which Lambert projection uses a cone as the projection surface?
  • Cadastral maps, municipal base maps, provincial base maps and regional base maps are collectively known as
  • The following survey symbols designate public land surveys such as Homestead Application. Which symbol is correct?
  • Which map type uses a spheroidal quadrangle of one minute of latitude and one minute of longitude, drawn in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System at a 1:4000 scale on stable drafting material of approximately 54 by 54 centimeters?
  • The rate of rise or fall of the ground surface is known as its?
  • Which term describes the device used for copying maps by placing them under a transparent surface with backlighting?
  • Which projection is used when meridians are equally spaced but parallels increase as they go farther from the equator?
  • Father of English cartography?
  • Projection used for air navigation:
  • Which projection has a maximum area error of zero?
  • A characteristic of the Transverse Mercator grid system is that
  • An X-shaped divider, formed by joining a pair of two-pointed arms which is used for enlargement and reduction.
  • Which projection is best for plotting great-circle navigation routes?
  • The projection in which meridians and parallels are projected onto a plane tangent to the sphere from a point on the earth's surface opposite to the point of tangency is the
  • In all isolated land survey lots with areas of 1 hectare or more, there shall be indicated in light dotted lines the approximate boundary of the area under cultivation and the nature of its vegetation (such as rice, pastures, woods, etc.).
  • Who drew nautical charts of Manila that were unsurpassed in accuracy for about 270 years after 1536?
  • Which projection is characterized by projecting lines that are parallel and perpendicular to the tangent plane of the map?
  • Which offices should be consulted on the minimum width of municipal and barangay road?
  • Which map is used to locate the principal point or geometric center of a photograph?
  • A river or lake which is dry for three months, or more, on the average?
  • Color of ink to plot the latitude and longitude of corner 1 on plan
  • The maximum scale error of the Lambert Conformal Projection is what?
  • Magnetic declination is defined with respect to which meridian?
  • Scale expresses the relationship between distance on the map and distance on the ground. The distance on the ground is called
  • Which device attaches the camera to the aircraft?
  • Which term denotes the graphics used to represent features on a map?
  • Which term describes the preservation of the relative sizes of geographic areas on a map?
  • In the manufacture of standard concrete monuments to define survey positions, what is the correct concrete mix by parts of Cement, Sand, and Gravel?
  • Which symbol is used for fishpond application surveys?
  • An angle defined in military terms as 1/6400 of a circle is called a
  • Maps symbols which are employed to portray different types of cartographic detail such as bodies of water, vegetation, and various ground features are called what?
  • In terrestrial photogrammetry, the camera axis is generally oriented how?
  • What is the scale used for the Sectional Cadastral Map in the described examples?
  • If there are more than how many lots on the plans, lot descriptions thereof shall be prepared on authorized forms?
  • Which color is used in maps or plans to indicate longitude and latitude?
  • What is the term used for the surface reference that resembles a sphere and is used in geodetic mapping?
  • How high above the ground should living trees be blazed when used to define corners?
  • The difference in direction of an object as observed from two different positions is called what?
  • Regional Base Maps cover an area of six degrees latitude by four degrees longitude. Which map type is this?
  • A camera lens with a focal length greater than 305 mm is termed as:
  • Hypsography on a map refers to which feature?
  • The normal spacing of lettering in maps is typically how relative to the width of a normal letter?
  • Which projection is conformal and used for navigation?
  • Which map type is prepared and kept up to date for each city, municipality, or municipal district, covering a spheroidal quadrangle of 15 minutes of arc in latitude and 10 minutes of arc in longitude, and drawn in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System at a scale of 1:60,000?
  • Projection used by the Land Management Bureau of the Philippines using initial coordinates of 20,000 N and 20,000 East is :
  • Which type of map is used to show distributions such as rainfall, crop areas, and religions?
  • Which symbol is used to designate private land subdivision of decreed property by private land surveyor?
  • Which symbol designates verification surveys?
  • The most popular and useful instrument/method in 1512 for surveying and rapid delineation
  • Which map is three-dimensional with contours?
  • Which term describes a tracing map on transparent material used in color separation?
  • Which document suffix identifies a survey accepted by LMS/DENR for private practice?
  • Small or medium scale map showing the nature of the relief by semi-pictural symbols?
  • Which term best describes the set of maps that includes cadastral, municipal base maps, provincial base maps, and regional base maps?
  • Which term describes the component that contains the lens, filter, diaphragm, nodal points, and shutter?
  • Which suffix is used to identify a survey accepted by LMS in the Bureau of Lands?
  • Which projection type is defined by all lines radiating from the center maintaining the same directional field as on the Earth's surface?
  • Related to the measurement of ocean or other water depths is called what?
  • The most important part of an aerial camera that gathers light rays and brings them into focus on the focal plane behind the lens is called what?
  • A planimetric map does not attempt to portray heights or differences in elevation. It is only a representation of the earth's surface in
  • The unit of length commonly used in surveying and mapping?
  • The Lambert Conformal projection is of which type?
  • Which group of projections derives from projecting the parallels and meridians of a globe onto a tangent or secant cone and then developing the cone into a plane?
  • What is the process called when engraving lines and symbols on a scribing coating to prepare a map negative?
  • What map scale term is the ratio of map distance to ground distance?
  • Which symbol marks a triangulation survey?
  • What term describes the formation of regular light and dark patches caused by interference of two half-tone screens?
  • What is the maximum azimuth error for the Lambert Zenithal projection?
  • In air photography, what term refers to the point where the optical axis intersects the ground?
  • An instrument for copying maps on larger or smaller scale. Mostly are made of roads forming a parallelogram join on the four corners.
  • Sectional cadastral map on the bottom right of the standard cadastral map and shall be numbered as: CM 14-49 N 120-54 E sec.3
  • Which type of projections could be considered conical projections?
  • In a polygon projection map, which statement is true?
  • A point from which grid lines are laid out, usually in the center of the grid zone, is called what?
  • Which projection family preserves the area of geographic regions?
  • Hachures are series of short lines drawn in which direction?
  • What is the minimum length specified for monuments for both cylindrical and parallelepiped forms?
  • The angular increment between consecutive central meridians in the PPCS is which value?
  • Which symbol designates Sales Application (Individual)?
  • Which map projection has distances along the central meridian but distortions toward the east and west edges?
  • Which symbol marks a relocation survey?
  • The angle formed between the magnetic meridian and the true meridian is called:
  • Which symbol shall be used to designate special plans in survey notation?
  • Which term describes showing relief on small to medium scale maps using semi-pictorial symbols?
  • The constant vertical distance between two adjacent contour lines is called what?
  • An aero cartographer does what?
  • Which mathematician is credited with inventing trigonometry?
  • Which term describes the principal point in the focal plane?
  • Which symbol is used for private land subdivision of decreed property by Land Management Geodetic Engineer?
  • Which symbol designates private land consolidation of decreed property by public Land Management Geodetic Engineer?
  • A map projection which is neither conformal nor equal is called which?
  • Which instrument is used to measure angles on maps?
  • Which projection preserves the direction from the center to any point such that lines radiating from the center have the same directions as on the Earth's surface?
  • Which map type shows horizontal positions without relief shading?
  • Which map projection is used for cadastral surveys under the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • Corner markers on isolated land survey plans should be indicated by small circles of what diameter in millimeters?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:250 scale in the bottom-right quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • In plane surveying, the distance between two points is defined as which distance?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the top right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 3-C?
  • A point in the focal plane intersected by the optical axis and important for reconstructing the geometry.
  • What name did the Chinese historically use for the Philippines?
  • Which projection family includes Polyconic, Bonne, and Lambert Conformal Conic forms as conical projections?
  • Who was the mathematician credited with inventing trigonometry and pioneering its use in cartography?
  • Which map type shows relief and other features?
  • What is the cadastral number for the Sectional Cadastral map in the 1:1000 scale for the bottom-right quadrant at coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • The relationship between a distance on the map and the corresponding distance on the ground.
  • When across (x) mark is used to define a corner, the cross mark must be chiseled to a depth of at least how many millimeters?
  • A map projection in which its reference ellipsoid is Clarke 1866 with origin latitude at the equator and origin longitude at the central meridian.
  • A closed backward contour line represents which feature on a map?
  • Which zone has a central meridian of 125°?
  • What term describes photographs taken by a precision camera mounted in an airplane, balloon, or spacecraft flying over the area?
  • CM Tuguegarao 151, CM 17-37 N 121-42 S. What is the CM North of this cadastral map?
  • Maps portrayed by which projection are used for navigation by trans-polar routes and for radio and seismic work due to great-circle directions?
  • What is the minimum depth of the conical hole used to center the top?
  • Which color is conventionally used to denote vegetation on maps?
  • Engraving lines, symbols, and windows in a scribe coating, usually for the preparation of a negative map reproduction
  • Term used by commercial map publishers for maps with altitude tints, contrasted with political maps.
  • What is the standard map scale used on cadastral maps?
  • The part of the camera which consists of a one-piece casting which houses the drive mechanism for the shutter assembly and the magazine.
  • The rate of vertical change per unit distance on the Earth's surface is known as what?
  • Which grid system has the most suitable projection for over-all geographic coverage?
  • Which of the following characteristics is true of the Mercator projection?
  • Selection, symbolization, and generalized picture are aspects of which of the following?
  • Which projection has rays originating from the center of the Earth?
  • Which term refers to a fixed reference point used to locate features on a map?
  • The map scale 1:25000 is best described as a
  • Which term describes the constant vertical distance between two contour lines?
  • A focal length of the camera that is less than 305 mm (12 inches) is known as:
  • Which projection family is formed by projecting the parallels and meridians onto a cone and then unfolding to a plane?
  • Topographic cartography focuses on producing which type of maps?
  • Which projection is not advisable beyond 70 degrees latitude because of distortion?
  • An instrument used for measuring the area of a map is called a
  • What is the dimension of standard concrete monuments defining the position of provincial, city, and municipal boundaries?
  • Map scale giving the ratio between any small distance on the map and the corresponding distance on the ground, as 1:62500.
  • The plans of isolated land survey shall be drawn in which medium?
  • A part of an aerial camera which consists of a light-tight container which holds the supply of exposed and unexposed film.
  • Which symbol denotes Reclaimed Lands?
  • A tracing map, or part of it, on transparent paper or plastic; light-blue pulls are used in color separation.
  • For Free Patent Application, which symbol is used?
  • Which map type comprises areas within spheroidal quadrangles of six degrees in latitude and four degrees in longitude, drawn in the polyconic projection at a scale of 1:800,000?
  • Which symbol is used to designate private land subdivision of decreed property by Land Management Geodetic Engineer?
  • What is the extent of zone IV in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • Maximum error of area of Lambert Conformal Conic?
  • A mathematical figure closely approximating the geoid and used as a surface reference for geodetic surveys is called a
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:500 scale in the top-left quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • At coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number for the 1:500 scale in the bottom-left quadrant?
  • Which map type uses a standard scale of 1:60,000?
  • Which camera accessory consists of pieces of colored glass placed in front of the lens to prevent stray light from entering the camera?
  • Which projection is desired for a world map east-west extent?
  • Camera lenses with an angular field-of-view less than 75 degrees are classified as what?
  • The representation of land in isolated land title records is referred to by which term?
  • Which scale is used for the sectional cadastral maps described in the material?
  • Which of the following characteristics is true of the Lambert Conformal conic projection?
  • In the gnomonic projection, with the plane tangent at the equator, which arrangement of grid lines is correct?
  • Which coordinate is expressed as degrees east or west of the Prime Meridian?
  • Which term describes the map element that explains symbols and conventions?
  • Which area of photogrammetry uses measurements made on aerial photographs to obtain quantitative data about the earth's surface?
  • Which symbol designates Public Lands Delimitation?
  • A type of scale that has a line subdivided into map distances corresponding to convenient units of length on the ground is called
  • What term describes a method of rapid notations of geographic data in a notebook or on maps?
  • Which projection type is designed to preserve the size of geographic areas across the map?
  • Enlarging the vertical component on a profile, relief model, or block diagram to make it apparent.
  • The time indicated by the stars is called what?
  • A systematic drawing of lines representing meridians and parallels on a plane surface, either for the whole earth or for a portion, is known as what?
  • Which map projection is constructed by computing arc lengths along selected geographic meridians and along great circles perpendicular to that meridian and plotting these as rectangular coordinates on a plane?
  • Which bed or channel carries stagnant, dirty, or salt water flows under the influence of the tides?
  • Color graduations on maps, like altitude tint, patterns applied to a map such as cellotints or Ben-Day tints are known as what?
  • Is a study of drawing maps, charts, globes, and relief models is called which field?
  • For surveys undertaken by private geodetic engineers, what letters mark the corners?
  • Which symbol designates Foreshore Lease Application (individual)?
  • Which symbol is used for amendment surveys?
  • Which term describes the line on the Earth's surface formed by a plane passing through both poles?
  • A line crossing meridians at a constant angle is also known as which term?
  • What is the cadastral number for the Sectional Cadastral map in the 1:1000 scale for the bottom-left quadrant at coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Topographic contour lines were first introduced for representation of the third dimension in 1729 by a Dutch surveyor
  • Which term is the science of creating maps from photographs?
  • A T-shaped tool to squeeze out superfluous ink or any other liquid from a surface
  • Any map representing large regions, countries, or continents on a small scale is called
  • For use with the British grid, the map area should be which of the following shapes and orientations?
  • Bearings and distances shall be tabulated on the plan when they are too numerous to be drawn or shown clearly along or near the boundary line. The condition described is that they are:
  • Which projection resembles the Mercator projection but shows less exaggeration of area at higher latitudes and is commonly used for climatic maps?
  • The maximum area error of the Lambert Zenithal projection is equal to what value?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:250 scale in the top-right quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Which camera component holds the supply of exposed and unexposed film in a light-tight container?
  • Which of the following characteristics is true of the gnomonic projection?
  • What enables continuous view of terrain and ground coverage?
  • Which term designates a bed or channel that carries stagnant, dirty, or salt water under the influence of tides?
  • A type of photograph which has a photographic unit consisting of three wide-angle single-lens cameras.
  • Which symbol designates Public Lands Subdivision?
  • Cartographers are trained in geography of which scale?
  • Which term describes the technique that combines shading with altitude tinting to depict terrain relief?
  • The allowable error of closure for third order leveling
  • A study of drawing maps, charts, globes and relief models
  • Brown is conventionally used on maps to indicate which feature?
  • Which projection results from projecting meridians and parallels onto a plane from a point on the earth opposite the tangency point?
  • What is the standard size of the Bureau of Lands Location Monuments?
  • The GE in Bureau of Lands shall use the survey symbols for public land survey which shall be suffixed to identify said survey being accepted by the LMS\DENR. What is the suffix?
  • Which map type uses the polyconic projection?
  • Several air photos mounted together to form a continuous picture of a large area.
  • Which symbol marks a special work order survey?
  • What is the method for obtaining the position of points by observing and measuring from two or more intersection points?
  • Who drew nautical charts of Manila that were unsurpassed in accuracy for about 270 years after being drawn in 1536?
  • The part of the camera which contains the lens, filter, diaphragm, nodal points, and the shutter.
  • What is the central meridian for zone I of the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • For lettering and representing man-made features such as roads and boundaries, the color used is
  • On a plane surface, contours are what?
  • A map with a scale of 1:25000 expresses that one unit on the map corresponds to how many units on the ground?
  • In urban areas, the easement required for the banks of arroyos, streams, esteros and rivers and the shore of seas and lakes throughout their entire length is within a zone of how many meters?
  • Which term refers to the shortest distance between two points on the Earth's surface, following a path that crosses meridians at varying angles?
  • Which method uses small curve hill-shaped lines to indicate relief on small maps?
  • Every parallel of latitude is represented on a map by the developed circumference of a right cone tangent to the Earth at the parallel of the projection. Which projection is described?
  • Which term refers to the grid of latitude and longitude lines commonly used to locate geographic features?
  • In ancient times, the Philippines was called by the Chinese as what?
  • Which ground is defined as the natural bed of lakes, ponds, and pools?
  • In perspective drawing, parallel lines receding into the distance appear to meet at which point?
  • Which symbol is used to designate public land surveys such as Subdivision of undecreed property?
  • A point whose elevation is noted on a map
  • What term refers to a spherical body representing the Earth in cartography?
  • Hipparchus is regarded as the father of which fields?
  • Which projection projects from a point on the sphere's surface to a plane?
  • What is the extent of zone III in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • Which projection characteristic has rays that originate from the center of the Earth?
  • Which object not less than 10 centimeters in diameter can be considered as a monument?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:500 scale in the bottom-right quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Living edible fruit trees could be considered as monuments of permanent nature to be used in defining and marking corners when it has a diameter of not less than how many centimeters?
  • The scale expression 1:50,000 is an example of a
  • Which organic colloid swells in cold water and dissolves in hot water and is used in most photographic emulsions?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the bottom right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 1-B?
  • For the 1:2000 sectional cadastral map at bottom left, which sectional number is shaded?
  • The photograph unit that consists of three wide-angle single-lens cameras is known as what?
  • Which term relates to the relative darkness of gray tones used to convey tonal variation on maps?
  • The present projection used in cadastral project and topographic projects in the Philippines is :
  • Which grid/system considers the portion between two selected parallels of latitude as a horizontal slice of a cone?
  • For a cadastral map, the intersection latitude 14°49'N and longitude 120°54'E corresponds to which cadastral number on the Sectional Cadastral Map (1:500) at the bottom right?
  • The education of a cartographer should take which field?
  • Which term refers to any wide natural bed or channel through which the water flows continuously or intermittently throughout the year?
  • For the 1:2000 sectional cadastral map at top right, which sectional number is shaded?
  • Who is traditionally credited as the father of cartography?
  • What is the minimum diameter for cylindrical corner monuments?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the bottom left quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 1-C?
  • Which class of map projections is defined by horizontal parallels and evenly spaced vertical meridians?
  • The best known ancient Philippine map, also known as the Murillo-Velarde map, has which title on its page?
  • Which term describes the distance between the rear nodal point and the focal plane?
  • A grid system in which the WE and SN measurements are not always positive is which?
  • What does the map legend provide?
  • Which projection has a maximum azimuth error of zero?
  • Which grid system is best described as suitable for very small, long and narrow areas with the long axis in the direction of a meridian or parallel?
  • The Earth's shape is often described as a spheroid because its major and minor axes do not vary greatly. Which statement best reflects this?
  • A map used to emphasize a single topic such as geology, population, crop production, land use and meteorological data is called
  • A representation of the terrain done in three dimensions to provide a striking and realistic expression of topography is called what?
  • A selective, symbolized and generalized picture on a much reduced scale of some spatial distribution of a large area, usually the Earth’s surface is called what?
  • Maps showing the distribution of rainfall, acreage of wheat, and religions of people are examples of which type of map?
  • Contours are shown on maps as traces of level surfaces of what?
  • Which symbol designates Lease Application (individual)?
  • Which government office should be consulted on the widths and center lines of public highways or roads existing or to be constructed?
  • In a lateral projection, the area can be represented by the expression
  • The term for the color sequence indicating elevations between contour lines is
  • Which field studies the creation of maps, charts, globes, and relief models?
  • What is the maximum azimuth error for the Lambert projection?
  • Which method permits drawing contour lines and other detail by using two overlapping air photos under a stereoscopic instrument?
  • What is the distinguishing characteristic of the topographic map?
  • Which field is emphasized in cartography education according to the material?
  • Which term represents a map that shows the base map with additional data such as economic information layered on it?
  • Which projection is commonly described as being least suitable for general office use due to latitude-based area distortion?
  • Which term best fits a projection where the shape of any small area remains unchanged?
  • Which camera component houses the drive mechanism for the shutter and the magazine?
  • What is the central meridian for Zone I of the Philippine plane coordinate system?
  • The representation of water features on maps?
  • An arc distance from a prime meridian measured in degrees
  • What is the maximum scale error of the Polyconic projection?
  • The inner border of a map is called
  • For lots less than 1 hectare in area, a general classification such as residential lot, home lot, rice land, or sugar-cane land shall be indicated therein. Which description best fits this requirement?
  • Shading on maps shows relative elevations and relies on shadows cast by which feature?
  • Which part of a camera controls the amount of light striking the film emulsion positioned at the focal plane?
  • The following survey symbols designate public land surveys such as Advance Plans. Which symbol is correct?
  • Thematic maps are typically overlaid on which type of background?
  • Which field is the science and art of preparing maps from photos?
  • Bedrock maps show geologic formation that is either exposed at the surface or overlain by surface deposits. Such maps are essential for construction projects and mineral exploration. What type of map is this?
  • A chart popularly called a great circle chart is the:
  • First and second-order leveling are commonly termed which type of leveling?
  • Which term refers to lines drawn on maps that connect points of equal value?
  • What is the maximum azimuth error for the Albers projection?
  • Which statement accurately describes the orthomorphic grid system in relation to its overall complexity?
  • Which projection is commonly used for sea navigation?
  • Which term best matches the natural bed or channel described for arroyos?
  • Immovable or fixed hard rocks or boulders could be considered as monuments of permanent nature to be used in defining and marking corners when it has a diameter of the exposed surface of more than how many meters?
  • A photograph made by joining several photographs taken at a single camera station usually by a multi-lens camera is called what?
  • Which Dutchman drew the first map devoted exclusively to the Philippines?
  • One of the limitations of azimuthal projection is that
  • Maps usually represented by means of dots, isopleths or isarithms, choropleth and dasymetric shading are known as what type of maps?
  • Boundary lines of parcels shall not exceed how many meters in length (except inside classified forest lands)?
  • Which map represents large regions, countries or continents on a small scale?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the top right quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 1-B?
  • The intersection points of parallels are truly spaced along which meridian?
  • The term used to describe the map property that ensures features are shown in their true shapes is what?
  • What is the cadastral number for the sectional map in the 1:500 scale in the top-right quadrant for coordinates 14°49'N, 120°54'E?
  • Tracts not adjoining each other when plotted on one plan under one survey number shall have what computed and shown on the map?
  • A sequence of colors usually varying from green to brown, marking zones of elevations between successive contour lines is called
  • Maps which represent the earth's surface in three dimensions and usually uses contours to indicate relief is termed as:
  • What is the central meridian for zone IV of the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • When a boundary line follows the direction of irregular rice land dikes, monuments shall be placed at corners within an average interval not to exceed how many meters?
  • A reference element, such as a line or plane, to which the position of other elements is related is called
  • A set of maps which are sections of a larger area, such as topographic sheets
  • Who is listed as the father of English cartography in the material?
  • Any map showing boundaries and subdivisions of a tract of land determined by surveying is called
  • Which artifact results from overlaying two halftone grids, creating repeating patterns?
  • Designs on maps used to represent various features
  • Which lines on the globe run east-west and are parallel to the equator?
  • The depth in the ground for provincial, city and municipal boundary monuments is how many centimeters?
  • Which symbol designates private land consolidation of decreed property by private Geodetic Engineer?
  • What is the extent of zone I in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System, given its central meridian of 117°?
  • The Philippine Plane Coordinate System has a point of origin at the intersection of the Equator and the Central Meridian of each zone, with an Easting value of how many meters?
  • Which cannot be used to define corners when the tract is an island or surrounded by natural boundaries and standard concrete monuments are not feasible?
  • What is the width of easements for banks of arroyos, streams, esteros, and rivers and the shore of seas and lakes in agricultural areas?
  • The configuration or shape and roughness of the ground is referred to as what?
  • In a Lambert conformal projection, the magnitude of scale distortion for an area map is fixed by which limits?
  • Which projection is associated with the Polyconic term?
  • Concrete posts which are parts of the fence could be considered as monuments of permanent nature to be used in defining and marking corners when it has a diameter of not less than how many centimeters?
  • Which projection type is designed so that areas on the map are proportional to their areas on the globe?
  • Which term refers to a map sufficiently complete to be given to the engraver for printing plates?
  • Map that shows the base map plus economic information
  • Which is NOT a requirement of a grid system?
  • In the Mercator projection, straight lines represent which of the following?
  • Which symbol is used to designate public land surveys such as subdivision of individual property?
  • Which symbol designates private land consolidation and subdivision of decreed property by private Geodetic Engineer?
  • Which of the following best describes the analemma as used in cartography?
  • Where is the sectional cadastral mapCM 14-49 N 120-54 E sec.3 located on the standard cadastral map?
  • Which instrument, shaped as an X, is used for enlargement and reduction of drawings?
  • Which projection uses rays that are perpendicular to a plane tangent to the sphere?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, what is the cadastral number of the 1:500 sectional map at the top left for Sector 1-C?
  • A synthetic resin of great dimensional stability, used in drawing maps.
  • What is the extent of zone II in the Philippine Plane Coordinate System?
  • Which map type is drawn to a scale of 1:4000 by using the length of minutes and seconds of arc of the parallel and meridian passing through the Bureau of Lands Location Monument No. 1 as the reference point?
  • Men who led in the acquisition of knowledge of the world that contributed to the new era of cartography
  • What is the projection above the ground for Bureau of Lands Location Monuments?
  • A map used for navigation in air or in water is called
  • Which photogrammetry area is used to recognize objects on photographs and produce maps of soil types, vegetation, rock types, or other environmental factors?
  • In the cadastral map example, identify the North value after 17-37?
  • In 1729, topographic contour lines were introduced by a professional from which country?
  • A map that shows land or submarine bottom relief in terms of height above or below a datum by contours, hachures, and shading is called:
  • Which term describes a map that is made by joining several sheets to form a single continuous representation?
  • Which map projection is produced by projecting the geographic meridians and parallels onto a cone which is tangent to the surface of a sphere and then developing the cone into a plane?
  • In the 1:2000 maps, which position corresponds to the top left shading?
  • What is the width of easements for banks of arroyos, streams, esteros and rivers and shorelines in urban areas?
  • Which relief representation method uses short lines to indicate slope direction, becoming heavier with steeper slope?
  • The common projection used in mapping an area of predominantly east to west direction
  • First- and second-order leveling are commonly termed what?
  • What is the central meridian for Zone III of the Philippine plane coordinate system?
  • For coordinates 14°49'N and 120°54'E, which cadastral number corresponds to the top left quadrant of the 1:500 sectional map for Sector 3-C?
  • Which color is used in maps or plans to indicate distances?
  • Along natural boundaries defined by wooden stakes, which corners shall be monumented?
  • Conical projections are derived from a tangent or secant cone and are especially suitable for which latitude range?
  • The natural bed of lakes, ponds, and pools is defined as the ground covered by the water when at their greatest ordinary depth. Which option below states this correctly?
  • Which symbol is used to designate a resurvey?
  • The unit of length derived from 10 millionth part of the arc distance between the equator and poles. It is 39.37 inches long
  • Which term denotes a design photograph directly on sensitized paper?
  • What is the term for the camera component that governs exposure time by controlling how long light passes through the lens?
  • In forest areas, the easement width for the banks of arroyos, streams, esteros and rivers and the shore of seas and lakes throughout their entire length is within a zone of how many meters?
  • The point in perspective where parallel lines appear to meet is called the
  • Which chart is specifically used for air navigation?
  • Geographical features on the map should be represented in their true shapes. This is referred to as what?
  • Which map projection is produced by projecting meridians and parallels onto a cone tangent to the sphere and then developing the cone into a plane?
  • A method of color reproduction using filters and halftone screens.
  • The earliest map devoted exclusively to the Philippines was titled which of the following?
  • The configuration or shape and roughness of the ground is referred to as what cartographic term?
  • Which projection is recommended as a test projection (yardstick) to evaluate projection success and bearing/distance error?
  • A line on the map which crosses the successive meridians at constant angle, also called a rhumbline, is known as what?
  • Which type of map is typically used to present data distributions with dots, shading and isopleths?
  • The relative darkness of grays on air photos is called what?
  • Which aerial camera is used to photograph a continuous strip of terrain beneath the flight path?
  • A topo cartographer specializes in surveying what type of map?
  • A map projection in which rays originate from a point on the surface of the sphere and are projected into a plane is known as which projection?
  • The process of describing depth by combining two eye images is called
  • The analemma is a diagram that shows the sun’s position at solar noon over the year on a fixed meridian.
  • CM, BM, PBM, and RBM are classifications of which type of map?
  • Which projection is commonly referred to as Lambert Conformal Projection?
  • Which term is used for a large navigation map?
  • In Gall projections, parallels are derived from a cylinder cutting the sphere at which latitudes?
  • Which map displays rock types in a stratigraphic unit and shows the location of sandstone within the formation?
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