Civil Engineering MCQCivil Engineering (Shared)
On sharp horizontal curves, grade compensation may be needed because:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Road markings become invisible
B
Tractive effort demand increases on curves
C
Rainfall reduces to zero
D
Signs become triangular
Correct Answer
B. Tractive effort demand increases on curves
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Curvature adds resistance, so steep grades on curves may require compensation. Reference: IRC geometric design vertical alignment - grade compensation concept
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