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The gradients of trace cuts for hilly roads, are kept

equal to ruling gradient
10 tO 20 per cent easier than ruling gradients
10 to 20 per cent steeper than ruling gradients
none of these.

Correct Answer: 10 tO 20 per cent easier than ruling gradients

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