A traverse that begins and ends at the same known point, or at two other known control points, is called a:
Correct answer: C. Closed traverse
- A. Radial traverse
- B. Open traverse
- C. Closed traverse
- D. Chain traverse
Explanation
A closed traverse provides geometric or coordinate closure because its endpoint is known. An open traverse does not return to a known point and therefore has less direct checking of its accumulated errors.
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