Multiple choice

The bent-up length of rail used in front of a nose of crossing which helps in channelizing the train wheels in their proper routes are known as

  1. lead rail

  2. point rail

  3. wing rail

  4. splice rail

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Wing rails are the bent-up ends of rails at crossings that guide train wheels from one track to another. They flare outward from the gauge line to provide a smooth transition and prevent derailment.