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1

Can you use triangulation if you are in a thick forest and can only see one peak in front of you?

No.

2

If you are standing directly between two landmarks, can you use them to triangulate your position?

No. All points along the line will intersect.

3

How many reference points do you need to triangulate?

At least 2.

4

Which side is the left bank of a river?

It's the side on the left when looking downstream.

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