The base map for the Geodetic Network is generated from the boundary sketch plotted on an appropriate scale using the NAMRIA Topographic Map. This base map is used for the Geodetic Network ______.

• A. Structure
• B. Design
• C. Plan
• D. Layout

Answer: (B)

The base map provides the spatial framework for designing the geodetic network. By plotting the boundary sketch on a properly scaled NAMRIA Topographic Map, surveyors gain a reliable reference to decide where control points should be placed, how the network geometry will connect those points, and what measurements are needed to meet the required accuracy. The boundary and terrain features shown influence the network’s configuration, ensuring practicality and precision in the on-the-ground implementation. While a plan or layout describes later stages or arrangements, design captures the systematic planning of the network itself based on the base map.