The smaller horizontal angle between the true meridian and a survey line, is known as-
Azimuth
While standard Azimuth is measured clockwise from True North over the full 0^\circ to 360^\circ range, making the term "smaller" potentially misleading depending on the quadrant of the line, among the given options, Azimuth is the term that correctly describes a horizontal angle measured from the True Meridian.
Important Questions from Compass Surveying and Theodolite
Which of the following statement is CORRECT for whole circle bearing?
Least count of a theodolite is ________
For measurement of vertical angles through theodolite, the instrument should be levelled with reference to the ________ bubble and the ________ clamp that is used to rotate the telescope in the vertical plane.
The following statements given pertain to theodolite used in surveying. Identify the incorrect statement
The use of Electronic Digital Theodolite attached to a total station is to measure:
