E] A simple circular horizontal curve connects the following two bearings: • N 75° W • S 85° E The station number at the point of intersection (PI) is 120+50.00, and the radius of the curve is 3000ft. (a). Calculate the degree of curve, curve length, and tangent length. (b). Determine the station numbers at PC and PT.

E] A simple circular horizontal curve connects the following two bearings: • N 75° W • S 85° E The station number at the point of intersection (PI) is 120+50.00, and the radius of the curve is 3000ft. (a). Calculate the degree of curve, curve length, and tangent length. (b). Determine the station numbers at PC and PT.

Traffic and Highway Engineering

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305156241

Author:Garber, Nicholas J.

Publisher:Garber, Nicholas J.

Chapter15: Geometric Design Of Highway Facilities

Section: Chapter Questions

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