Practice Summary - 17.4 | 17. Vertical Alignment | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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17.4 - Summary

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is a gradient?

💡 Hint: Think about how you describe a hill or slope.

Question 2

Easy

What is the purpose of minimum gradients?

💡 Hint: Consider why water flows away from surfaces.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does a ruling gradient indicate?

  • The minimum acceptable gradient
  • The maximum desirable gradient
  • A standard for drainage

💡 Hint: Consider which gradient helps vehicles the most.

Question 2

True or False: Exceptional gradients can be used without any restrictions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about safety and design limits.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Given a stretch of road requiring a ruling gradient of 4%, a limiting gradient of 5%, and an exceptional gradient for a steep hill of 7%, calculate the grade compensation required for a vehicle on a horizontal curve.

💡 Hint: Review how grade compensation works with different gradients.

Question 2

Design a vertical alignment for a new highway section traversing varied terrain that includes low, moderate, and steep gradients. Identify required compensation and suggest suitable practices based on IRC standards.

💡 Hint: Study the IRC specifications for different terrains when designing.

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