Question

The extra clearance required at centre of the vehicle which projects towards the inside of the curve is called _________

a.

Overthrow

b.

End throw

c.

Side throw

d.

Stage throw

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Answer: (a).Overthrow

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Q. The extra clearance required at centre of the vehicle which projects towards the inside of the curve is called _________

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