[Solved] When a train is rounding a curve to prevent side thrust on the wheel flanges of cars

Q.	When a train is rounding a curve to prevent side thrust on the wheel flanges of cars
A.	Opposite thrust is created to counter balance this thrust
B.	Guide rail sections are provided to take care of thrust
C.	Thrust eliminators are provided in the train
D.	Outside rails are realised
E.	Rail section is made thick on curvature
Answer» D. Outside rails are realised

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