The compensation for curvature on gradient for Meter Gauge is given by (where R is radius of curve.)
A. $$\frac{{70}}{{\text{R}}}$$
B. $$\frac{{52.5}}{{\text{R}}}$$
C. $$\frac{{35}}{{\text{R}}}$$
D. $$\frac{{105}}{{\text{R}}}$$
Answer: Option B
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