Practice Road And Highway Projects (15.5.2) - Construction Surveys

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Question 1.
What is horizontal alignment?
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Think about the straightness or curvature of the road.
Question 2.
Define vertical alignment in road design.
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Consider how hills and valleys are incorporated in roads.
3Question 3.
What is the primary goal of horizontal alignment in road design?
- To define the road elevation
- To establish the path of the roadway
- To determine drainage system
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Think about the road's pathway, whether it's straight or curved.
4Question 4.
Ultimately, what makes super-elevation necessary?
- True
- False
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Consider how vehicles might react on a curve.
Question 5.
Given a terrain map with varying elevations, outline how you would establish both horizontal and vertical alignment for a new highway.
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Refer to the principles of alignment discussed in class.
Question 6.
Analyze a highway project with improper drainage and propose a solution based on cross-section layout.
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Think about how water flows and the importance of proper slope.

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