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In the rectangular survey system, a range is measured:

Correct Answer

C) East or west of a principal meridian

Why this is correct: In the rectangular survey system, a range is measured east or west of a principal meridian. Ranges are the vertical columns of townships. Why the other choices are wrong: A range is not measured outward from the nearest surveyed section corner. It is not measured north or south of a baseline (that's a township). It is not measured in acres; it's a linear measurement. Exam tip: Remember the order: Principal Meridian and Baseline intersect. Townships are counted north/south from the baseline. Ranges are counted east/west from the principal meridian.

Answer Options
A
Measured outward from the nearest surveyed section corner
B
North or south of a baseline
C
East or west of a principal meridian
D
In acres rather than in miles

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Why this is correct: In the rectangular survey system, a range is measured east or west of a principal meridian. Ranges are the vertical columns of townships. Why the other choices are wrong: A range is not measured outward from the nearest surveyed section corner. It is not measured north or south of a baseline (that's a township). It is not measured in acres; it's a linear measurement. Exam tip: Remember the order: Principal Meridian and Baseline intersect. Townships are counted north/south from the baseline. Ranges are counted east/west from the principal meridian.

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