CST Level 1 Land Surveyor Certification Practice

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What is the legal value of a vara in Texas?

33 1/3 inches
30 inches
32 inches
34 inches

The correct answer is: 33 1/3 inches

In Texas, the legal value of a vara is defined as 33 1/3 inches. The vara is a traditional unit of measure that has historical significance, particularly in land surveying and real estate, especially in areas that were influenced by Spanish land grant systems. The length of the vara was established to help standardize measurements in land transactions and surveys, ensuring that land was accurately conveyed and recorded. Understanding the vara’s legal definition in Texas is important for land surveyors and those working in real estate, as it directly impacts how land parcels are measured and defined in legal documents. Other measurements listed do not reflect the established legal definition of a vara in Texas and therefore do not apply.