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  • Creep is the..... movement of rails.
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Creep is the..... movement of rails.

  1. longitudinal

  2. diagonal

  3. horizontal

  4. vertical

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Explanation

Creep refers to the gradual longitudinal movement of rails in the direction of traffic. This occurs due to the impact of moving wheels, thermal expansion, and traction forces, causing rails to progressively shift over time.

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