Practice Type of Summit Curve - 17.3.1 | 17. Vertical Alignment | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What type of curve is preferred in summit curves for road design?

💡 Hint: Consider the type of curve most commonly associated with simple geometric shapes.

Question 2

Easy

Why is sight distance important in road design?

💡 Hint: Think about how visibility affects driving safety.

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Question 1

What is the preferred type of curve used in summit curves?

  • Circular
  • Parabolic
  • Linear

💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of different curve types.

Question 2

True or False: Stopping sight distance and overtaking sight distance are the same.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the context of each distance's application.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the stopping sight distance for a vehicle moving at 60 km/h, considering a reaction time of 2 seconds.

💡 Hint: Convert speed from km/h to m/s for calculations.

Question 2

Discuss the effect of improper summit curve design on traffic flow and safety.

💡 Hint: Think about how changes in road design impact driving behavior and safety.

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