Question

What will happen if Non-durable type of sleepers are used without any treatment?

a.

Decay of sleeper will take place

b.

The sleeper will not fit properly

c.

Fastenings will not work

d.

It won’t cause any harm

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Answer: (a).Decay of sleeper will take place

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