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MCQOPTIONS
This section includes 5 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Railway Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
The rail alignment should be such that the shortest route is chosen. However, there may be a deviation from this route due to practical difficulties. |
| A. | True |
| B. | False |
| Answer» B. False | |
| 2. |
Cut and fill of earthwork is performed while constructing a new rail line on undulating surface. Which of the following condition should be maintained so that construction cost is minimized? |
| A. | Quantity of cut = Quantity of fill |
| B. | Construction cost is independent of quantity of cut and fill |
| C. | Quantity of cut > Quantity of fill |
| D. | Quantity of cut < Quantity of fill |
| Answer» B. Construction cost is independent of quantity of cut and fill | |
| 3. |
Aesthetic consideration should also be given due importance while designing a rail alignment. |
| A. | True |
| B. | False |
| Answer» B. False | |
| 4. |
The maintenance cost of the rail line can be decreased by __________ |
| A. | Providing steep gradients |
| B. | Avoiding steep gradients |
| C. | Providing sharp turns |
| D. | Avoiding mild gradients |
| Answer» C. Providing sharp turns | |
| 5. |
Which of the following is not a basic requirement of ideal alignment? |
| A. | Shortest possible route |
| B. | Comfort of the passengers |
| C. | Maximum operational expenses |
| D. | Safety of the passengers |
| Answer» D. Safety of the passengers | |