Elementary Surveying: An Introduction To Geomatics (15th Edition)
Elementary Surveying: An Introduction To Geomatics (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134604657
Author: Charles D. Ghilani
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 22.1P
To determine

Calculate chains to feet.

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Answer to Problem 22.1P

  41.3chains = 2725.8feet

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

Chains= 41.3chains

The chain (Gunter’s chain) is a unit of length equal to 66 feet. It is subdivided into 100 links .In metric term, it is 20.1168 m long.

Calculation:

Convert chains to feet

  1chain = 66feet41.3chains = 2725.8feet

Conclusion:

  41.3chains = 2725.8feet

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