Transportation Engineering

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Q. What is the main purpose of traffic calming measures?
  • A. To increase traffic volume
  • B. To reduce vehicle speeds
  • C. To improve road aesthetics
  • D. To enhance public transportation
Q. What is the maximum grade recommended for a highway?
  • A. 3%
  • B. 5%
  • C. 7%
  • D. 10%
Q. What is the minimum horizontal curve radius for a design speed of 60 km/h according to AASHTO guidelines?
  • A. 100 m
  • B. 150 m
  • C. 200 m
  • D. 250 m
Q. What is the minimum horizontal curve radius recommended for a design speed of 60 mph?
  • A. 200 feet
  • B. 300 feet
  • C. 500 feet
  • D. 1000 feet
Q. What is the minimum stopping sight distance for a design speed of 60 mph on a level road?
  • A. 200 feet
  • B. 300 feet
  • C. 400 feet
  • D. 500 feet
Q. What is the primary advantage of using flexible pavement over rigid pavement?
  • A. Lower initial cost
  • B. Higher load-bearing capacity
  • C. Longer lifespan
  • D. Better resistance to cracking
Q. What is the primary benefit of using flexible pavement materials?
  • A. Lower initial cost
  • B. Easier maintenance
  • C. Better load distribution
  • D. Higher durability
Q. What is the primary benefit of using flexible pavement over rigid pavement?
  • A. Lower initial cost
  • B. Higher load-bearing capacity
  • C. Longer lifespan
  • D. Better resistance to cracking
Q. What is the primary benefit of using recycled materials in pavement construction?
  • A. Lower costs
  • B. Increased durability
  • C. Improved aesthetics
  • D. Faster construction
Q. What is the primary benefit of using traffic calming measures?
  • A. To increase vehicle speed
  • B. To reduce noise pollution
  • C. To enhance pedestrian safety
  • D. To improve air quality
Q. What is the primary consideration when designing intersections?
  • A. Minimizing land acquisition costs
  • B. Maximizing traffic flow efficiency
  • C. Enhancing aesthetic features
  • D. Reducing the number of traffic signs
Q. What is the primary factor in determining the level of service (LOS) for a roadway?
  • A. Traffic volume
  • B. Road surface type
  • C. Weather conditions
  • D. Vehicle speed
Q. What is the primary factor in determining the spacing of traffic signals?
  • A. Road width
  • B. Traffic volume
  • C. Pedestrian activity
  • D. Weather conditions
Q. What is the primary factor influencing the design speed of a highway?
  • A. Traffic volume
  • B. Road surface material
  • C. Topography
  • D. Land use
Q. What is the primary function of a geotextile in pavement design?
  • A. To provide structural support
  • B. To enhance drainage and prevent soil erosion
  • C. To improve the aesthetic quality of the pavement
  • D. To reduce the weight of the pavement structure
Q. What is the primary function of a pavement drainage system?
  • A. To improve ride quality
  • B. To prevent water accumulation
  • C. To enhance surface friction
  • D. To reduce noise pollution
Q. What is the primary function of a pavement's surface course?
  • A. To provide structural support
  • B. To enhance aesthetic appeal
  • C. To resist wear and provide skid resistance
  • D. To facilitate drainage
Q. What is the primary function of a roundabout?
  • A. To increase traffic speed
  • B. To reduce traffic delays
  • C. To eliminate traffic signals
  • D. To improve aesthetic value
Q. What is the primary function of a stop sign?
  • A. To indicate a yield condition
  • B. To require vehicles to come to a complete stop
  • C. To provide information about road conditions
  • D. To direct traffic flow
Q. What is the primary function of a subbase layer in pavement design?
  • A. To provide drainage
  • B. To enhance aesthetic appeal
  • C. To reduce noise
  • D. To support the surface layer
Q. What is the primary function of a traffic roundabout?
  • A. To increase traffic speed
  • B. To reduce the number of conflict points
  • C. To provide a scenic view
  • D. To eliminate the need for traffic signals
Q. What is the primary function of traffic signs in geometric design?
  • A. To enhance road aesthetics
  • B. To provide information and guidance to drivers
  • C. To increase traffic flow
  • D. To reduce construction costs
Q. What is the primary function of traffic signs in highway design?
  • A. To enhance aesthetic appeal
  • B. To provide information and guidance to drivers
  • C. To increase traffic flow
  • D. To reduce vehicle emissions
Q. What is the primary function of traffic signs in highway geometric design?
  • A. To enhance aesthetic appeal
  • B. To provide information and guidance to drivers
  • C. To increase traffic speed
  • D. To reduce the need for traffic signals
Q. What is the primary function of traffic signs?
  • A. To provide entertainment
  • B. To inform and guide road users
  • C. To increase traffic speed
  • D. To reduce road maintenance costs
Q. What is the primary goal of traffic calming measures?
  • A. To increase traffic speed
  • B. To reduce traffic volume
  • C. To enhance pedestrian safety
  • D. To improve road aesthetics
Q. What is the primary goal of transportation planning?
  • A. To maximize vehicle speed
  • B. To minimize construction costs
  • C. To ensure efficient and safe movement of people and goods
  • D. To reduce the number of vehicles on the road
Q. What is the primary purpose of a roundabout?
  • A. To increase traffic speed
  • B. To reduce vehicle emissions
  • C. To improve traffic flow and safety
  • D. To provide parking spaces
Q. What is the primary purpose of a traffic impact study?
  • A. To assess environmental effects
  • B. To evaluate road safety
  • C. To analyze the effects of a new development on traffic
  • D. To determine pavement materials
Q. What is the primary purpose of a traffic signal?
  • A. To control pedestrian movement
  • B. To manage vehicle flow
  • C. To reduce noise pollution
  • D. To enhance road aesthetics
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