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Discussion Forum : GATE Exam Questions - Section 4 (Q.No. 41)
41.
A parabolic curve is used to connect a 4% upgrade with a 2% downgrade as shown in the below figure. The highest point on the summit is at a distance of (measured horizontally from the first tangent point - (FTP)
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Arpit Gondaliya said:
5 years ago
X = (L*n1/N) = (150*16.67/25) = 100 m is the correct answer.
Nabin said:
4 years ago
Given answas is correct as it is asking measured horizontally so horizontal distance of summit is 150/2=75m.
Sarah said:
4 years ago
Highest point on summit curve = Ln1/N.
150* 4/4 - (-2) = 100m.
150* 4/4 - (-2) = 100m.
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