Civil Engineering MCQCivil Engineering (Shared)
The basic equilibrium relation on a horizontal curve involves:
Transportation EngineeringMEDIUMMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
Q = CIA only
B
PI = LL - PL
C
M/I = f/y
D
e + f = V^2/(gR) or equivalent highway units
Correct Answer
D. e + f = V^2/(gR) or equivalent highway units
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Superelevation plus side friction balances centrifugal effect on curves. Reference: IRC horizontal curve design; superelevation-friction-radius relation
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