Tractive effort is required to
A)overcome the gravity component of train mass
B)overcome friction, windage and curve resistance
C)accelerate the train mass
D)do all of the above

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Tractive effort is the force exerted by a locomotive or other powered rail vehicles to overcome various resistances such as gravity (especially on slopes), friction, wind resistance, and curve resistance, as well as to accelerate the mass of the train.

Tractive Effort Is Required to