5.2 - Comparison of Merits and Demerits
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What is the primary advantage of wheel-mounted bulldozers?
💡 Hint: Think about how they move on the road.
What type of terrain is a crawler-mounted bulldozer best for?
💡 Hint: Consider where wheels might slip.
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Which type of bulldozer is better for high-speed operations?
💡 Hint: Think about how each type is transported.
True or False: Crawler-mounted bulldozers are suitable for flat, paved surfaces.
💡 Hint: Consider where the tracks might be effective.
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Given a construction project that involves relocating earth over a distance of 150 meters on a rocky surface, which type of bulldozer would be more suitable? Justify your answer.
💡 Hint: Consider the distance and type of terrain.
Calculate the total transport time for a wheel-mounted bulldozer and a crawler-mounted bulldozer over a distance of 200 meters, assuming wheel-mounted travels at 30 km/h and crawler-mounted at 15 km/h.
💡 Hint: Use the formula: Time = Distance/Speed.
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