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What is the purpose of a subballast layer in railroad track construction?

To anchor rail spikes firmly into the track bed To support overhead electrical wiring systems To provide a walking surface for track maintenance workers To separate ballast from subgrade and improve load distribution and drainage

Correct Answer:

To separate ballast from subgrade and improve load distribution and drainage

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