Weight
C.
Excessive vertical thrust.
D.
Longitudinal movement.
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13.
The space left between ties should not exceed
inches.
A.
12.
B.
16.
C.
18.
D.
20.
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14.
If a joint is located directly across from one in the other rail, it is called
a
joint.
A.
Square.
B.
Broken.
C.
Perpendicular.
D.
Parallel.
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15.
Both rails in a mile-long siding are to be replaced with 85-AS rail. What
will be the total weight in pounds of the new rails ? (Remember, there
are 5,280 feet in a mile.)
A.
85,850.
B.
99,734.
C.
130,600.
D.
299, 200.
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16.
When a base plate is added to a suspended joint, it is called a
joint.
A.
Foot.
B.
One-tie.
C.
Three-tie.
D.
Bridge.
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17. The spikes used to hold T-rail in place at a rail joint are driven through
the _____________of the joint.
A.
Web.
B.
Flange slots.
C.
Rod.
D.
Fishing space.
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