Civil Engineering MCQCivil Engineering (Shared)
Setback distance on the inside of a horizontal curve is required to:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Remove sign boards
B
Maintain sight distance around obstruction
C
Reduce lane width
D
Increase pavement thickness
Correct Answer
B. Maintain sight distance around obstruction
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Objects inside the curve can obstruct sight line; lateral clearance/setback is needed. Reference: IRC:73 horizontal alignment - setback for sight distance
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