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61. The formation width for a single line meter gauge track in embankment as adopted on Indian Railways is

A. 4.27 m

B. 4.88 m

C. 5.49 m

D. 6.10 m

Explanation:

62. If a is the angle of crossing, then the number of crossings 'N' according to right angle method is given by

A. Vi cot(cc/2)

B. cot(oc/2)

C. cot(a)

D. Vi cosec(a/2)

Explanation:

63. Stretcher bar is provided

A. to permit lateral movement of the tongue rail

B. to maintain the two tongue rails at the exact distance

C. to ensure exact gauge at the toe of the switch as well as the nose of crossing

D. to prevent any vertical movement between the wing rail and nose of crossing

Explanation:

64. Maximum value of 'throw of switch' for Broad Gauge track is

A. 89 mm

B. 95 mm

C. 100 mm

D. 115mm

Explanation:

65. The correct relation between curve lead (CL), switch lead (SL) and lead of cros�sing (L) is given by

A. CL = L - SL

B. L =CL-SL

C. SL = L + CL

D. L = (CL+SL)/2

Explanation: