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The check rails are placed opposite the crossing so that

it is symmetrically placed opposite nose of crossing
its one-third length is ahead of the nose of crossing
its two-third length is ahead of the nose of crossing
its three fourth length is ahead of the nose of crossing.

Correct Answer: its two-third length is ahead of the nose of crossing

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