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  1. The following data are related to a horizontal curved portion of a two-lane highway: length of curve = 200 m, radius of curve = 300 m and width of pavement = 7.5 m. In order to provide a stopping sight distance (SSD) of 80 m, the set back distance (in m) required from the centre line of the inner lane of the pavement is
    1. 2.54
    2. 4.55
    3. 7.10
    4. 7.96
Correct Option: A


Q =
SSD
×
180
=
80
×
180
= 14.9°
R + 7.5π(300 + 7.5)π

S = R +
d
1 - cos
θ
= 2.54 m
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