CST Level 1 Land Surveyor Certification Practice

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Which of the following is NOT a method for creating horizontal control?

Pythagorean Theorem
Precise Traversing
Trilateration
GPS

The correct answer is: Pythagorean Theorem

The Pythagorean Theorem is primarily a mathematical principle used to calculate the lengths of sides in right-angled triangles. While it can be useful in geometry and has applications in surveying for estimating distances or establishing right angles, it does not directly serve as a method for creating horizontal control in the same way that the other listed methods do. Precise traversing involves establishing control points by measuring angles and distances between them, which is crucial for creating a horizontal survey framework. Trilateration uses the measurement of distances from known points to establish control points, effectively creating a horizontal control network. GPS technology allows for the establishment of geodetic control points using satellite signals to calculate precise locations on the earth's surface. In contrast, the Pythagorean Theorem does not provide a systematic approach to establishing horizontal control. It is more of a tool within the framework of geometry rather than a method of control network creation used in surveying, making it the correct choice for this question.