Practice Gradient - 17.2 | 17. Vertical Alignment | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What does the term 'gradient' refer to in road design?

💡 Hint: Think about direction relative to horizontal.

Question 2

Easy

What symbol is used to denote a positive gradient?

💡 Hint: It represents an ascent.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the gradient representation for a flat road?

  • +n
  • -n
  • 0

💡 Hint: Consider the definition of +n and -n.

Question 2

True or False: Ruling gradients are always used in all road designs regardless of terrain conditions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how costs and terrain affect design choices.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a stretch of highway with a ruling gradient limitation of 5%, design a section that includes both creeper lanes and grade compensation for a curve. Include calculations for placement.

💡 Hint: Consider expected traffic flow when determining merging points.

Question 2

Design a profile for a new highway segment that includes at least two different gradient types, outlining the reasons for each type and how they comply with IRC guidelines.

💡 Hint: Assess how terrain influences gradient choice in your design.

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