at the end of the curve lies at Station 18+533.71 and elevation 172.06 meters. The grade of the back tangent is -5.19% . Determine the elevation of the lowest point in meters. Plot and show solution
at the end of the curve lies at Station 18+533.71 and elevation 172.06 meters. The grade of the back tangent is -5.19% . Determine the elevation of the lowest point in meters. Plot and show solution
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The tangents of a sag curve connects at the point of intersection having Station 18+410.48 and elevation 155.94 meters. Point PT at the end of the curve lies at Station 18+533.71 and elevation 172.06 meters. The grade of the back tangent is -5.19% . Determine the elevation of the lowest point in meters.
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