Question

Explain why do the pillars holding the track of Metro trains have a broader base?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Generally, you can find that the pillars holding the track of metro trains have a broader base. This is because the broader base is quite stable equilibrium than other types. Hence, the stability is better and often preferred for the construction of metro train tracks.

Answer 2

Answer:

The pillar holding the tracks of metro have broader base because when the surface area of contact increase the height I'd distributed equally among the area which reduces the pressure concentrated on an area.

Explanation:

This is the reason why trucks and buses carrying heavy loads have broader wheels in the back and heavy vehicles have Caterpillar tacks.

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