SITUATION 3. In the two-peg of a dumpy-level, the following observations are taken, Instrument near A Rod reading on A Rod reading on B 1.501 2.022 Instrument near B 0.903 1.452 a) Compute the true difference in elevation between the two points. b) Compute the error. c) Compute the correct reading at B when the instrument is near A that will give a level line of sight.

SITUATION 3. In the two-peg of a dumpy-level, the following observations are taken, Instrument near A Rod reading on A Rod reading on B 1.501 2.022 Instrument near B 0.903 1.452 a) Compute the true difference in elevation between the two points. b) Compute the error. c) Compute the correct reading at B when the instrument is near A that will give a level line of sight.

Structural Analysis

6th Edition

ISBN:9781337630931

Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Publisher:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Chapter2: Loads On Structures

Section: Chapter Questions

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