AG Mechanics CDE Practice Exam

Baseline lines in the rectangular survey system run in which direction?

1. North and south

2. Diagonal

3. East and west

4. Vertical

The correct answer is: North and south

Baseline lines in the rectangular survey system run in a north and south direction. This direction is crucial as it provides a reference point for all other measurements in the survey system. Option B (Diagonal) is incorrect because baseline lines are typically straight and run either north and south or east and west. Option C (East and west) is incorrect as this direction is usually perpendicular to the baseline lines. Option D (Vertical) is incorrect as baseline lines are horizontal lines that run east and west or north and south, not vertical lines.