Computer Programming MCQs

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For three-phase induction motors which of the following is the least efficient method of speed control ?
A. Cascade control
B. Pole changing
C. Rheostat control
D. Combination of cascade and pole changing
Quadrilateral speed-time curve pertains to which of the following services ?
A. Main line service
B. Urban service
C. Sub-urban service
D. Urban and sub-urban service
Which of the following is the disadvantage of electric traction over other systems of traction ?
A. Corrosion problems in the under-ground pipe work
B. Short time power failure interrupts traffic for hours
C. High capital outlay in fixed installations beside route limitation
D. Interference with communication lines
Which of the following braking systems is used on steam locomotives ?
A. Hydraulic system
B. Pneumatic system
C. Vacuum system
D. None of the above
Co-efficient of adhesion is________________-?
A. High in case of d.c. traction than in the case of ac. traction
B. Low in case of d.c. traction than in the case of ac. traction
C. Equal in both ac. and d.c. traction
D. Any of the above
Speed-time curve of main line service differs from those of urban and suburban services on following account_______________?
A. It has longer free running period
B. It has longer coasting period
C. Accelerating and braking periods are comparatively smaller
D. All of the above
The specific energy consumption of a train depends on which of the following ?
A. Acceleration and retardation
B. Gradient
C. Distance covered
D. All of the above