Question

Which of the following statements best describes the role of a surveyor in geography?

A. A surveyor provides plans for transportation systems.
B. A surveyor provides close readings of soil decomposition.
C. A surveyor provides close readings of land elevations.
D. A surveyor provides detailed descriptions of flora and fauna.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. A surveyor provides close readings of land elevations.

Step-by-step explanation:

One of the main focuses of geography is to study land features including relief or elevations. This is possible through main experts including surveyors who survey the land, which implies observing and measuring the land to record its features and elevations. Additionally, the information collected by surveyors is later used by other experts to create maps or even to compare how the land changes over time. Thus, the role of a surveyoR is to provide close readings of land elevations (Option C.)