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What is a control network in surveying?

A set of reference points for starting surveys.

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Why: A control network is a set of previously measured points used to determine positions for new surveys.

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A control network keeps surveys from starting from scratch.
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Answer: A set of reference points for starting surveys. A control network is a set of previously measured points used to determine positions for new surveys.

  1. Surveying en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surveying
    This forms a reference or control network where each point can be used by a surveyor to determine their own position when beginning a new survey.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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