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  1. For a constant value of coefficient of lateral friction, the value of required super-elevation increases with

  2. A.

     increase in both speed and radius of curve

    B.

     decrease in both speed and radius of curve

    C.

     increase in speed and with decrease in radius of curve

    D.

     decrease in speed and with increase in radius of curve

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  3. On a right angled road intersection with two way traffic, the total number of conflict points is

  4. A.

     6

    B.

     11

    C.

     18

    D.

     24

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  5. Select the correct statement.

  6. A.

     Psychological extra widening depends on the number of traffic lanes.

    B.

     Mechanical extra widening depends on the speed of vehicle.

    C.

     Psychological extra widening depends on the length of wheel base.

    D.

     Psychological extra widening depends on the speed of vehicle.

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  7. The background colour of the informatory sign board is

  8. A.

     red

    B.

     yellow

    C.

     green

    D.

     white

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  9. The recommended grade of tar for grouting purpose is

  10. A.

     RT-1

    B.

     RT-2

    C.

     RT-3

    D.

     RT-5

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  11. Nagpur road plan formula were prepared by assuming

  12. A.

     rectangular or block road pattern

    B.

     radial or star and block road pattern

    C.

     radial or star and circular road pattern

    D.

     radial or star and grid road pattern

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  13. When the width of car parking space and width of street are limited, generally preferred parking system is

  14. A.

     Parallel parking

    B.

     45° angle parking

    C.

     65° angle parking

    D.

     90° angle parking

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  15. The walls which are necessary on the hill side of roadway where earth has to be retained from slipping is known as

  16. A.

     retaining wall

    B.

     breast wall

    C.

     parapet wall

    D.

     none of the above

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  17. Penetration test on bitumen is used for determining its

  18. A.

     Grade

    B.

     Viscosity

    C.

     Ductility

    D.

     Temperature susceptibility

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  19. The most economical lighting layout which is suitable for narrow roads is

  20. A.

     Single side lighting

    B.

     Staggered system

    C.

     Central lighting system

    D.

     None of the above

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