2. An unsymmetrical parabolic curve has a forward tangent of -8% and back tangent of +5%. The length of curve on the left side is 40 m, while that of the right side is 60 m long. PC is at Sta 6+780 and at elevation 110.1 m. Determine the following: a) Value of the common grade b) Elevation at Sta 6+820 c) Station and elevation at the highest/lowest point

2. An unsymmetrical parabolic curve has a forward tangent of -8% and back tangent of +5%. The length of curve on the left side is 40 m, while that of the right side is 60 m long. PC is at Sta 6+780 and at elevation 110.1 m. Determine the following: a) Value of the common grade b) Elevation at Sta 6+820 c) Station and elevation at the highest/lowest point

Structural Analysis

6th Edition

ISBN:9781337630931

Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Publisher:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Chapter2: Loads On Structures

Section: Chapter Questions

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