Points and Crossings MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Points and Crossings, a fundamental topic in the field of Railway Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our Points and Crossings MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

In this section, you'll find a wide range of Points and Crossings mcq questions that explore various aspects of Points and Crossings problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of Points and Crossings principles, enabling you to refine your problem-solving techniques. Whether you're a student aiming to ace Railway Engineering tests, a job seeker preparing for interviews, or someone simply interested in sharpening their skills, our Points and Crossings MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Railway Engineering topic.

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Q1.
Which of the following is used for diverting the rolling stock?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Turnout
Q2.
What is it called when a vehicle traverses on the switch from its thick end to thin end?
Discuss
Answer: (d).Trailing direction
Q3.
Which of the following is another name for Tongue rail?
Discuss
Answer: (b).Switch rail
Q4.
Crossing is a pair of tongue and stock rails with connections and fittings.
Discuss
Answer: (b).False
Q5.
What is the thicker end of the Tongue rail called?
Discuss
Answer: (d).Heel
Q6.
Which of the following are the correct types of switches?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Stud and Split switches
Q7.
Stud switches are of 2 types – loose heel and fixed heel type.
Discuss
Answer: (b).False
Q8.
In which type of switches the tongue rail does not end at the heel of the switch?
Discuss
Answer: (a).Fixed heel type
Discuss
Answer: (c).Because they make the structure weak
Q10.
In which toe of switches the switch rail kept 6mm higher than stock rail?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Overriding switch
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