17.2.3.1 - Ruling gradient
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What is a ruling gradient?
💡 Hint: Think about its definition in terms of road design.
What is a limiting gradient?
💡 Hint: Consider why cost may affect gradient decisions.
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What is the ruling gradient?
💡 Hint: Focus on the definition of ruling.
True or False: Limiting gradients are always steeper than ruling gradients.
💡 Hint: Consider what limiting means.
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Consider a new highway needing a ruling gradient in a hilly area. High construction costs threaten your design. Discuss potential gradients you would suggest and justify based on IRC recommendations.
💡 Hint: Relate your suggestion to IRC values.
Faced with a scenario where heavy trucks frequently traverse a new road section, analyze how you would adjust the ruling and limiting gradients.
💡 Hint: Think about how traffic types affect gradient choices.
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