If G1-3% and G2=4%, the required vertical curve is a sag curve. O True False QUESTION 2 If G1=-4% and G2=2%, the required vertical curve is a crest curve. O True False

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If G₁-3% and G2=4%, the required vertical curve is a sag curve.
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False
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If G1=-4% and G2-2%, the required vertical curve is a crest curve.
True
False
Transcribed Image Text:If G₁-3% and G2=4%, the required vertical curve is a sag curve. True False QUESTION 2 If G1=-4% and G2-2%, the required vertical curve is a crest curve. True False
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Given:-

A) The grades of the curve are:-

G1 = 3%

G2 = 4%

To determine:-

The required curve is a sag curve or not

B) The grades of the curve are:-

G1 = -4%

G2 = 2%

To determine:-

The required curve is a crest curve or not

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