Which of the following is a two-dimensional view of the site or building as seen from directly above the area?

• A. Plan view
• B. Elevation view
• C. Sectional view
• D. Isometric view

Answer: (A)

This item tests recognizing the top-down representation of a site or building. The two-dimensional view seen from directly above is the plan view, which shows the horizontal layout: walls, doors, stairs, rooms, and how spaces relate to each other. It’s used for floor plans and site plans, conveying where things are located and how they connect, without depicting height.

In contrast, an elevation view displays the exterior faces from the side, showing height and appearance; a sectional view is a cut-through that reveals interior details along a vertical plane; an isometric view presents a 3D angled perspective.