If a gauge is installed perpendicular to the slope, its measurement is reduced by multiplying________.

A)
cosine of the angle of inclination with vertical
B)
calibration coefficient of the gauge
C)
sine of the angle of inclination with vertical
D)
tangent of the angle of inclination with vertical

Correct Answer :   cosine of the angle of inclination with vertical

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The theory of infiltration capacity was given by____.
A)
Robert E. Horten
B)
W.W. Horner
C)
Merrill Bernard
D)
Le-Roy K. Shermen

Correct Answer : Option (A) :   Robert E. Horten

Ryve's formula for flood estimate in cumecs, is______.
A)
Q = CA1/4
B)
Q = CA3/4
C)
Q = CA1/2
D)
Q = CA2/3

Correct Answer : Option (D) :   Q = CA2/3

Levees and flood walls,_____.
A)
are means of controlling floods
B)
are designed with adequate dimensions
C)
are never provided free-boards
D)
are designed to carry unbalanced water load

Correct Answer : Option (C) :   are never provided free-boards

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