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Discussion Forum : UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Section 19 (Q.No. 36)
36.
Following data refer to precise measurement of an angle A on the field :
(i) 2A = 20°10' - weight 2
(ii) 4A = 40°10' - weight 3
What is the most probable value of angle A ?
10°01'06"
10°02'07"
10°02'51"
10°22'51"
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Chila Chang said:   4 years ago
2A - weight 2
4A - weight 3

Normal equation for A :
I) 2*2*2A = 80°40'0''.
II) 3*4*4A= 482°00'00''.

Adding (I) & (II):
56A = 562°40'.
Therefore,
A= 10°02'51''.
(3)

Monika verma said:   6 years ago
Can anyone explain?
(1)

Jack said:   5 years ago
Someone, please explain.
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