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An equal-tangent crest vertical curve is being designed for a speed of 55 mph. The curve...

An equal-tangent crest vertical curve is being designed for a speed of 55 mph. The curve connects grades of 2% and -3.5% in the direction of interest. The curve high point is at station 110+00 and has an elevation of 500 ft. What is the station and elevation of the PVC and the PVI?

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