5. Topographic and Cadastral Surveying

Construction Staking — Quiz

Test your understanding of construction staking with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

Which type of staking indicates both the slope ratio and the amount of material to cut or fill at a point?

Question 2

For a fill slope of 2H : 1V and a required fill depth of 4.00 m, what horizontal offset from the baseline should the slope stake be placed?

Question 3

A stake is labeled 7+25.30 on the plan. What is its distance in metres from the start of the alignment?

Question 4

Why are batter boards typically installed outside the excavation area?

Question 5

Two offset stakes are set at 5.00 m left and 10.00 m right of the centerline. What is the clear width between these stakes?