Q. The maximum permissible degree of a curve on a track does not depend on which of the following?

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Q. According to Tangential offset method which of the following is the correct relation between offset and length of chord?

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Q. In Long chord offset method, how is the Versine V is calculated from long chord?

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Q. Which of the following is also known as Rankine’s method?

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Q. If higher precision is required in Rankine’s method, 2 theodolites can also be used.

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Q. What is the definition of Superelevation?

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Q. Which of the following is also known as another name of inner rail?

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Q. In case of equilibrium speed what is the angle between resultant of weight and radial acceleration and plane of rails?

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Q. What should be done if maximum permissible speed is less than maximum sectional speed?

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Q. Which of the following occurs when train travels at a speed greater than equilibrium speed on a curve?

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Q. Which of the following is the correct formula for equilibrium superelevation in millimetres?

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Q. The superelevation that is to be provided on a curve depends only on the maximum speed of the fastest train.

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Q. A per the prescribed value, what should be the maximum value of cant excess on Broad gauge?

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Q. Which formula was used earlier for the calculation of Safe speed on curves?

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Q. Calculate the super elevation for a 2° curve for equilibrium speed of 80 kmph.

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Q. On which portion of the track is a Transition curve provided?

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Q. Which of the following is wrong about Transition curves?

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Q. What is the correct formula of shift?

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Q. Which of the following is not correct in case of an S-shaped transition curve?

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Q. How is a compound curve formed?

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