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This section includes 6 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. |
Rail joint should not have any gap in between two rails. |
A. | True |
B. | False |
Answer» C. | |
2. |
Why is it necessary for the joint to hold the rail ends together? |
A. | To provide continuity |
B. | To make the joint rigid |
C. | To increase the cost |
D. | To make it inelastic |
Answer» B. To make the joint rigid | |
3. |
How much should be the strength of a rail joint? |
A. | Equal to the rail |
B. | Half of the rail |
C. | Equal to the weight of the train |
D. | Double the rail strength |
Answer» B. Half of the rail | |
4. |
Which of the following is not associated with rail joints? |
A. | Increase in noise effects |
B. | Impact on quality |
C. | Lesser fuel consumption |
D. | Chances of sabotage |
Answer» D. Chances of sabotage | |
5. |
Why does the joint require frequent attention? |
A. | It is of low quality |
B. | It gets displaced easily |
C. | They are of small size |
D. | They are difficult to handle |
Answer» C. They are of small size | |
6. |
Which of the following are the weakest links in a track? |
A. | Joints |
B. | Middle point of the track |
C. | Tongue rails |
D. | Highest point of curves |
Answer» B. Middle point of the track | |