Question

Which of the following is correct about heel divergence?

a.

It is equal to lead of crossing

b.

It is the distance between main line and turnout

c.

It is the distance from tangent point to theoretical nose

d.

It is the addition of curve and switch lead

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Answer: (b).It is the distance between main line and turnout

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