Question

The steepest gradient computed for a 2 degree curve with a ruling gradient of 1 in 200 is done for broad gauge (BG) and metre gauge (MG) railway lines. Select the correct inference from the given options :

• A. Steepest gradient for the BG line = 0.42% and for the MG line = 0.44%
• B. Steepest gradient = 0.44% for the BG and MG lines
• C. Steepest gradient for the BG line = 0.44% and for the MG line = 0.42%
• D. Steepest gradient = 0.42% for the BG and MG lines

Answer 1

Answer: (A)