What is one potential effect of blunders on survey results?

Blunders in surveying, which can include mistakes in measurement, misrecorded data, or improper instrument calibration, can lead to significant distortion of the findings. This is because blunders typically introduce large errors or inconsistencies in the data collected. Unlike systematic errors that might be corrected with adjustments, or random errors that can be reduced through repeated measurements, blunders often result in outlier values or entirely incorrect readings that can skew the overall analysis of the survey.

When blunders occur, the results derived from the data can misrepresent the true conditions or values being measured, potentially impacting the reliability of project decisions based on that survey. Such distortions can significantly affect planning, construction, and engineering designs, demonstrating the importance of careful data collection and validation processes in surveying practices.