The difference in gradients after full super-elevation and the initial alignment of a road, is known as (A) Ruling gradient(B) Rising gradient (C) Compensated gradient (D) Differential gradient

The difference in gradients after full super-elevation and the initial alignment of a road, is known
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(A) Ruling gradient
(B) Rising gradient
(C) Compensated gradient
(D) Differential gradient
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Answer: Option D
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If x% is the gradient of an alignment and y% is the gradient after proper super-elevation along a curved portion of a highway, the differential grade along the curve, is (A) (x + y) % (B) (x - y) % (C) (y - x) % (D) (y + x) %

Description : If x% is the gradient of an alignment and y% is the gradient after proper super-elevation along a curved portion of a highway, the differential grade along the curve, is (A) (x + y) % (B) (x - y) % (C) (y - x) % (D) (y + x) %

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

The gradients of trace cuts for hilly roads, are kept (A) Equal to ruling gradient (B) 10 to 20 per cent easier than ruling gradients (C) 10 to 20 per cent steeper than ruling gradients (D) None of these

Description : The gradients of trace cuts for hilly roads, are kept (A) Equal to ruling gradient (B) 10 to 20 per cent easier than ruling gradients (C) 10 to 20 per cent steeper than ruling gradients (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

On the recommendations of Indian Road Congress, the ruling gradient in plains, is (A) 1 in 15 (B) 1 in 20 (C) 1 in 30 (D) 1 in 45

Description : On the recommendations of Indian Road Congress, the ruling gradient in plains, is (A) 1 in 15 (B) 1 in 20 (C) 1 in 30 (D) 1 in 45

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Any gradient on a road is said to be an exceptional gradient, if it is (A) More than ruling gradient (B) Less than average gradient (C) More than floating gradient (D) Less than minimum gradient or more than maximum gradient

Description : Any gradient on a road is said to be an exceptional gradient, if it is (A) More than ruling gradient (B) Less than average gradient (C) More than floating gradient (D) Less than minimum gradient or more than maximum gradient

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Transition curves are introduced at either end of a circular curve, to obtain (A) Gradually decrease of curvature from zero at the tangent point to the specified quantity at the junction of the transition curve with main curve (B) Gradual increase of super-elevation from zero at the tangent point to the specified amount at the junction of the transition curve with main curve (C) Gradual change of gradient from zero at the tangent point to the specified amount at the junction of the transition curve with main curve (D) None of these

Description : Transition curves are introduced at either end of a circular curve, to obtain (A) Gradually decrease of curvature from zero at the tangent point to the specified quantity at the junction of the ... specified amount at the junction of the transition curve with main curve (D) None of these

Last Answer : (B) Gradual increase of super-elevation from zero at the tangent point to the specified amount at the junction of the transition curve with main curve

From any point on the surface with a given inclination (A) Only one contour gradient is possible (B) Two contour gradients are possible (C) Indefinite contour gradients are possible (D) All of the above

Description : From any point on the surface with a given inclination  (A) Only one contour gradient is possible  (B) Two contour gradients are possible  (C) Indefinite contour gradients are possible  (D) All of the above

Last Answer : (C) Indefinite contour gradients are possible 

Raising of outer edge of a road with respect to inner edge, is known (A) Super elevation (B) Cant (C) Banking (D) All the above

Description : Raising of outer edge of a road with respect to inner edge, is known (A) Super elevation (B) Cant (C) Banking (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Steep gradients which need extra engine for hauling is known as a) Pusher gradient* b) Rulling Gradient c) Reasonable gradient d) Momentum gradient

Description : Steep gradients which need extra engine for hauling is known as a) Pusher gradient* b) Rulling Gradient c) Reasonable gradient d) Momentum gradient

Last Answer : a) Pusher gradient

Determining the difference in elevation between two points on the surface of the earth, is known as (A) Levelling (B) Simple levelling (C) Differential levelling (D) Longitudinal levelling

Description : Determining the difference in elevation between two points on the surface of the earth, is known as (A) Levelling (B) Simple levelling (C) Differential levelling (D) Longitudinal levelling

Last Answer : (C) Differential levelling

The steepest gradient permitted on roads which, in ordinary conditions, does not exceed, is known (A) Ruling gradient (B) Maximum gradient (C) Exceptional gradient (D) Floating gradient

Description : The steepest gradient permitted on roads which, in ordinary conditions, does not exceed, is known (A) Ruling gradient (B) Maximum gradient (C) Exceptional gradient (D) Floating gradient

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

A gradient along which the vehicle does not require any tractive effort to maintain a specified speed, is known as (A) Ruling gradient (B) Pushing gradient (C) Floating gradient (D) Minimum gradient

Description : A gradient along which the vehicle does not require any tractive effort to maintain a specified speed, is known as (A) Ruling gradient (B) Pushing gradient (C) Floating gradient (D) Minimum gradient

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

no super elevation is provided on a road along curves, pot holes may develop at (A) Inner edge of the road (B) Outer edge of the road (C) Centre of the road (D) Nowhere on the road

Description : no super elevation is provided on a road along curves, pot holes may develop at (A) Inner edge of the road (B) Outer edge of the road (C) Centre of the road (D) Nowhere on the road

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

If the rate of change of the super-elevation along a curved portion of a 7 metre wide road is 1 in 150 and the maximum super-elevation allowed is 1 in 15, the maximum length of the transition curve to be provided at either end, is (A) 65 m (B) 70 m (C) 75 m (D) 80 m

Description : If the rate of change of the super-elevation along a curved portion of a 7 metre wide road is 1 in 150 and the maximum super-elevation allowed is 1 in 15, the maximum length of the transition curve to be provided at either end, is (A) 65 m (B) 70 m (C) 75 m (D) 80 m

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

A district road with a bituminous pavement has a horizontal curve of 1000 m for a design speed of 75 km ph. The super-elevation is (A) 1 in 40 (B) 1 in 50 (C) 1 in 60 (D) 1 in 70

Description : A district road with a bituminous pavement has a horizontal curve of 1000 m for a design speed of 75 km ph. The super-elevation is (A) 1 in 40 (B) 1 in 50 (C) 1 in 60 (D) 1 in 70

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

If the coefficient of friction on the road surface is 0.15 and a maximum super-elevation 1 in 15 is provided, the maximum speed of the vehicles on a curve of 100 metre radius, is (A) 32.44 km/hour (B) 42.44 kg/hour (C) 52.44 km/hour (D) 62.44 km/hour

Description : If the coefficient of friction on the road surface is 0.15 and a maximum super-elevation 1 in 15 is provided, the maximum speed of the vehicles on a curve of 100 metre radius, is (A) 32.44 km/hour (B) 42.44 kg/hour (C) 52.44 km/hour (D) 62.44 km/hour

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

The most commonly adopted method to provide super-elevation on roads, is by pivoting the road surface about (A) Outer edge so that the inner edge is lowered (B) Crown so that outer edge is raised and inner edge is lowered (C) Inner edge so that outer edge is raised (D) None of these

Description : The most commonly adopted method to provide super-elevation on roads, is by pivoting the road surface about (A) Outer edge so that the inner edge is lowered (B) Crown so that outer edge is raised and inner edge is lowered (C) Inner edge so that outer edge is raised (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

The method of finding out the difference in elevation between two points for eliminating the effect of curvature and refraction, is (A) Reciprocal levelling (B) Precise levelling (C) Differential levelling (D) Flying levelling

Description : The method of finding out the difference in elevation between two points for eliminating the  effect of curvature and refraction, is  (A) Reciprocal levelling  (B) Precise levelling  (C) Differential levelling  (D) Flying levelling 

Last Answer : (A) Reciprocal levelling 

If the ruling gradient on any highway is 3%, the gradient provided on the curve of 300 metre radius, is (A) 2.00 % (B) 2.25 % (C) 2.50 % (D) 2.75 %

Description : If the ruling gradient on any highway is 3%, the gradient provided on the curve of 300 metre radius, is (A) 2.00 % (B) 2.25 % (C) 2.50 % (D) 2.75 %

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Reduction of load capacity in a ruling gradient of (A) 1 in 10, is 10% (B) 1 in 15, is 15% (C) 1 in 20, is 10% (D) 1 in 25, is 25%

Description : Reduction of load capacity in a ruling gradient of (A) 1 in 10, is 10% (B) 1 in 15, is 15% (C) 1 in 20, is 10% (D) 1 in 25, is 25%

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Ruling gradient on hill roads 300 m above M.S.L. is kept (A) 4 % (B) 5 % (C) 7 % (D) 8 %

Description : Ruling gradient on hill roads 300 m above M.S.L. is kept (A) 4 % (B) 5 % (C) 7 % (D) 8 %

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

The best compromise between the increase of the length of a highway and reduction in its load carrying capacity, is the ruling gradient (A) 1 in 10 (B) 1 in 15 (C) 1 in 20 (D) 1 in 25

Description : The best compromise between the increase of the length of a highway and reduction in its load carrying capacity, is the ruling gradient (A) 1 in 10 (B) 1 in 15 (C) 1 in 20 (D) 1 in 25

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

The weight of vehicles affects (A) Pavement thickness (B) Ruling gradient (C) Limiting gradient (D) All the above

Description : The weight of vehicles affects (A) Pavement thickness (B) Ruling gradient (C) Limiting gradient (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Selection of the routes, of highways depends upon (A) Feasibility of attaining ruling gradient (B) Avoidance of cutting hard rocks (C) Minimum number of bridges (D) All the above

Description : Selection of the routes, of highways depends upon (A) Feasibility of attaining ruling gradient (B) Avoidance of cutting hard rocks (C) Minimum number of bridges (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

If the ruling gradient is 1 in 150 on a particular section of a broad gauge track, the allowable ruling gradient on a 4° curve in the track will be :

Description : If the ruling gradient is 1 in 150 on a particular section of a broad gauge track, the allowable ruling gradient on a 4° curve in the track will be : (a) 0.51% (b) 0.53% (c) 0.61% (d) 0.67%

Last Answer : (a) 0.51%

An imaginary line joining the points of equal elevation on the surface of the earth, represents (A) Contour surface (B) Contour gradient (C) Contour line (D) Level line

Description : An imaginary line joining the points of equal elevation on the surface of the earth, represents (A) Contour surface (B) Contour gradient (C) Contour line (D) Level line

Last Answer : (C) Contour line

Rising gradient followed by a falling gradient is known as a) Rulling gradient b) Momentum gradient* c) Pusher graient d) Aangular gradient

Description : Rising gradient followed by a falling gradient is known as a) Rulling gradient b) Momentum gradient* c) Pusher graient d) Aangular gradient

Last Answer : b) Momentum gradient

The convexity provided to the carriageway between the crown and edge of the pavement, is known as (A) Super-elevation (B) Camber (C) Height of the pavement (D) None of these

Description : The convexity provided to the carriageway between the crown and edge of the pavement, is known as (A) Super-elevation (B) Camber (C) Height of the pavement (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

If the elevations along a road increase, the slope of the road along the longitudinal direction, is known as (A) Gradient (B) Grade (C) Positive grade (D) Negative grade

Description : If the elevations along a road increase, the slope of the road along the longitudinal direction, is known as (A) Gradient (B) Grade (C) Positive grade (D) Negative grade

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

First operation during the detailed survey of a hill road, is (A) Hydrological and soil surveys (B) Adjustment of alignment along with curves (C) Derivation of longitudinal and cross-sections (D) Fixation of Bench Marks

Description : First operation during the detailed survey of a hill road, is (A) Hydrological and soil surveys (B) Adjustment of alignment along with curves (C) Derivation of longitudinal and cross-sections (D) Fixation of Bench Marks

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The first stage of deciding the alignment of a hill road, is (A) Reconnaissance (B) Detailed survey (C) Trace-out (D) Preliminary survey

Description : The first stage of deciding the alignment of a hill road, is (A) Reconnaissance (B) Detailed survey (C) Trace-out (D) Preliminary survey

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

The ruling gradient is 1 in 200 on a section of the BG track. If the track is laid in that place at a curve of 5 degrees then the allowable ruling gradient on the curve will be a) 1 in 16.7 b) 1 and 400 c) 1 in 240 d) 1 in 333*

Description : The ruling gradient is 1 in 200 on a section of the BG track. If the track is laid in that place at a curve of 5 degrees then the allowable ruling gradient on the curve will be a) 1 in 16.7 b) 1 and 400 c) 1 in 240 d) 1 in 333*

Last Answer : d) 1 in 333*

A four wheel truck or whose operating weight is 12000 kg is pulled along a road having a rising slope of 2% at a uniform speed. Assume grade resistance factor = 10 kg/tonne. The tension in the tow cable is 720 kg. The rolling resistance of the road will be (A) 20 kg/tonne (B) 30 kg/tonne (C) 40 kg/tonne (D) 50 kg/tonne

Description : A four wheel truck or whose operating weight is 12000 kg is pulled along a road having a rising slope of 2% at a uniform speed. Assume grade resistance factor = 10 kg/tonne. The tension in the tow cable is 720 kg. The ... will be (A) 20 kg/tonne (B) 30 kg/tonne (C) 40 kg/tonne (D) 50 kg/tonne

Last Answer : (C) 40 kg/tonne

With usual notations, the expression V²/gR represents (A) Centrifugal force (B) Centrifugal ratio (C) Super elevation (D) Radial acceleration

Description : With usual notations, the expression V²/gR represents  (A) Centrifugal force  (B) Centrifugal ratio  (C) Super elevation  (D) Radial acceleration 

Last Answer : (B) Centrifugal ratio

If is the speed of a locomotive in km per hour, g is the acceleration due to gravity, is the distance between running faces of the rails and is the radius of the circular curve, the required super elevation is (A) gV²/GR (B) Rg/GV² (C) GR/gV² (D) GV²/gR

Description : If is the speed of a locomotive in km per hour, g is the acceleration due to gravity, is the distance between running faces of the rails and is the radius of the circular curve, the required super elevation is (A) gV²/GR (B) Rg/GV² (C) GR/gV² (D) GV²/gR

Last Answer : (D) GV²/gR

The correct formula for calculating super-elevation for the hill roads, is (A) e = V²/254 R (B) e = V²/225 R (C) e = V²/278 R (D) e = V²/114 R

Description : The correct formula for calculating super-elevation for the hill roads, is (A) e = V²/254 R (B) e = V²/225 R (C) e = V²/278 R (D) e = V²/114 R

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Maximum super-elevation on hill roads should not exceed (A) 5 % (B) 7 % (C) 8 % (D) 10 %

Description : Maximum super-elevation on hill roads should not exceed (A) 5 % (B) 7 % (C) 8 % (D) 10 %

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Pick up the incorrect statement from the following. The super-elevation on roads is (A) Directly proportional to width of pavement (B) Directly proportional to velocity of vehicles (C) Inversely proportional to acceleration due to gravity (D) Inversely proportional to the radius of curvature

Description : Pick up the incorrect statement from the following. The super-elevation on roads is (A) Directly proportional to width of pavement (B) Directly proportional to velocity of vehicles (C) Inversely proportional to acceleration due to gravity (D) Inversely proportional to the radius of curvature

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

If the designed speed on a circular curve of radius 1400 m is 80 km/hour, no super-elevation is provided, if the camber, is (A) 4 % (B) 3 % (C) 2 % (D) 1.7 %

Description : If the designed speed on a circular curve of radius 1400 m is 80 km/hour, no super-elevation is provided, if the camber, is (A) 4 % (B) 3 % (C) 2 % (D) 1.7 %

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Before providing super-elevation on roads, the portion of the carriageway between the crown and the outer edge is made (A) To have a reduced fall (B) Horizontal (C) To have slope of the camber on the other half of the carriageway (D) None of these

Description : Before providing super-elevation on roads, the portion of the carriageway between the crown and the outer edge is made (A) To have a reduced fall (B) Horizontal (C) To have slope of the camber on the other half of the carriageway (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

If V is speed in km/hour and R is radius of the curve, the super-elevation e is equal to (A) V²/125 R (B) V²/225 R (C) V²/325 R

Description : If V is speed in km/hour and R is radius of the curve, the super-elevation e is equal to (A) V²/125 R (B) V²/225 R (C) V²/325 R

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

If V is speed of a moving vehicle, r is radius of the curve, g is the acceleration due to gravity, W is the width of the carriageway, the super elevation is (A) WV/gr (B) W²V/gr (C) WV²/gr (D) WV/gr²

Description : If V is speed of a moving vehicle, r is radius of the curve, g is the acceleration due to gravity, W is the width of the carriageway, the super elevation is (A) WV/gr (B) W²V/gr (C) WV²/gr (D) WV/gr²

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Design of horizontal and vertical alignments, super-elevation, sight distance and grades, is worst affected by (A) Width of the vehicle (B) Length of the vehicle (C) Height of the vehicle (D) Speed of the vehicle

Description : Design of horizontal and vertical alignments, super-elevation, sight distance and grades, is worst affected by (A) Width of the vehicle (B) Length of the vehicle (C) Height of the vehicle (D) Speed of the vehicle

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The minimum super-elevation in rolling terrain in plains, is limited to (A) 4 % (B) 5 % (C) 6 % (D) 7 %

Description : The minimum super-elevation in rolling terrain in plains, is limited to (A) 4 % (B) 5 % (C) 6 % (D) 7 %

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Super-elevation on roads in snow bound areas, should generally not exceed (A) 15 % (B) 12 % (C) 10 % (D) 7 %

Description : Super-elevation on roads in snow bound areas, should generally not exceed (A) 15 % (B) 12 % (C) 10 % (D) 7 %

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

If the width of carriage way is 12.5 metres, outer edge 50 cm higher than the inner edge, the required super elevation is (A) 50 cm (B) 1 in 25 (C) 1 in 400 (D) 1 in 40

Description : If the width of carriage way is 12.5 metres, outer edge 50 cm higher than the inner edge, the required super elevation is (A) 50 cm (B) 1 in 25 (C) 1 in 400 (D) 1 in 40

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

To ensure that bullock carts may not overturn on curves, the maximum value of super-elevation, recommended by I.R.C., is (A) 1 in 10 (B) 1 in 12 (C) 1 in 15 (D) 1 in 20

Description : To ensure that bullock carts may not overturn on curves, the maximum value of super-elevation, recommended by I.R.C., is (A) 1 in 10 (B) 1 in 12 (C) 1 in 15 (D) 1 in 20

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

The advantage of providing super-elevation on roads, is (A) Higher speed of vehicles (B) Increased volume of traffic (C) Reduced maintenance cost of the roads (D) All the above

Description : The advantage of providing super-elevation on roads, is (A) Higher speed of vehicles (B) Increased volume of traffic (C) Reduced maintenance cost of the roads (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The length of a transition curve, is governed by (A) Rate of change of radial acceleration (B) Rate of change of super-elevation (C) Both (a) and (b) (D) Neither (a) nor (b)

Description : The length of a transition curve, is governed by (A) Rate of change of radial acceleration (B) Rate of change of super-elevation (C) Both (a) and (b) (D) Neither (a) nor (b)

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Deviation of the actual road gradient from the proposed contour gradient uphill side, involves (A) Embankment on the centre line (B) Excavation on the centre line (C) Earth work on the centre line (D) None of these

Description : Deviation of the actual road gradient from the proposed contour gradient uphill side, involves  (A) Embankment on the centre line  (B) Excavation on the centre line  (C) Earth work on the centre line  (D) None of these

Last Answer : (B) Excavation on the centre line