Explore topic-wise MCQs in Surveying.

This section includes 7 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Surveying knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Which of the following is an integral part of the theodolite and is mounted on a spindle known as a horizontal axis?

A. Telescope
B. Index frame
C. Horizontal plane Vernier
D. Horizontal circle
Answer» B. Index frame
Discussion
2.

How many types do theodolites classified?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer» B. 3
Discussion
3.

Transit is mainly used and non-transit theodolites have now become obsolete.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
4.

The transit is the term simply used for _______

A. Telescope
B. Transit theodolite
C. Non- transit theodolites
D. Dumpy level
Answer» C. Non- transit theodolites
Discussion
5.

A non-transit theodolite is one in which the line of sight can be reversed by resolving the telescope through 180 in a vertical plane.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
Discussion
6.

A transit theodolite is one in which the line of sight can be reversed by resolving the telescope through 180 in a vertical plane.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
Discussion
7.

Which of the following cannot be done with the help of theodolite in surveying?

A. Laying off horizontal angles
B. Locating points on lines
C. Prolonging survey lines
D. Measuring horizontal distances
Answer» E.
Discussion