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This section includes 10 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. |
Find the steepest gradient on a 3 degree curve for a BG line with ruling gradient of 1 in 200. |
| A. | 1 in 200 |
| B. | 1 in 432 |
| C. | 1 in 284 |
| D. | 1 in 263 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2. |
What is the value of Grade compensation on Broad Gauge? |
| A. | 0.04% per degree of curve |
| B. | 70/R, where R is the radius of curve |
| C. | 0.04% per degree of curve or 70/R whichever is minimum |
| D. | 0.03% per degree of curve or 35/R whichever is minimum |
| Answer» D. 0.03% per degree of curve or 35/R whichever is minimum | |
| 3. |
What is the reason of compensation of Gradient on curves? |
| A. | They are very difficult to design |
| B. | They are uneconomical |
| C. | Curves provide extra resistance |
| D. | They are dangerous |
| Answer» D. They are dangerous | |
| 4. |
Certain Flat gradient is provided at station yards to ensure good drainage. |
| A. | True |
| B. | False |
| Answer» B. False | |
| 5. |
Which of the following is correct about Momentum gradient? |
| A. | A falling gradient is followed by a rising gradient |
| B. | It is not steeper than the Ruling gradient |
| C. | It requires an extra engine |
| D. | It is very flat |
| Answer» B. It is not steeper than the Ruling gradient | |
| 6. |
What is Pusher gradient also known as? |
| A. | Friction gradient |
| B. | Helper gradient |
| C. | Momentum gradient |
| D. | Ruling gradient |
| Answer» C. Momentum gradient | |
| 7. |
What is the range for ruling gradient adopted by the Indian railways in hilly terrain? |
| A. | 1 in 100 to 1 in 200 |
| B. | 1 in 100 to 1 in 150 |
| C. | 1 in 150 to 1 in 250 |
| D. | 1 in 250 to 1 in 300 |
| Answer» C. 1 in 150 to 1 in 250 | |
| 8. |
Which gradient determines the maximum load that can be hauled by a locomotive on that section? |
| A. | Rising gradient |
| B. | Falling gradient |
| C. | Ruling gradient |
| D. | Momentum gradient |
| Answer» D. Momentum gradient | |
| 9. |
What is the meaning of a gradient represented as 1 in 400? |
| A. | A rise of 1m in 400m |
| B. | Rise of 400m in 1km |
| C. | A 400% rise in track |
| D. | A 1m rise in 4km |
| Answer» B. Rise of 400m in 1km | |
| 10. |
What is a gradient in which track loses elevation in direction of movement of traffic called? |
| A. | Ruling gradient |
| B. | Falling gradient |
| C. | Rising gradient |
| D. | Level gradient |
| Answer» C. Rising gradient | |