The forward tangent of a simple circular curve has a bearing of N 55° W and the backward tangent has a bearing of N 65° E. At a point 150 m from PC along the tangent through PC, the right angle offset to point F on the curve is 6.2 m. Find the radius of the curve. A 617.7 m 8. 1234.5 m C. 900.8 m D. 1817.6 m

The forward tangent of a simple circular curve has a bearing of N 55° W and the backward tangent has a bearing of N 65° E. At a point 150 m from PC along the tangent through PC, the right angle offset to point F on the curve is 6.2 m. Find the radius of the curve. A 617.7 m 8. 1234.5 m C. 900.8 m D. 1817.6 m

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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