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Transportation Engineering Case Studies

Description: This quiz covers case studies in transportation engineering, including topics such as traffic management, highway design, and public transportation.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a common type of traffic signal control?

  1. Fixed-time control

  2. Actuated control

  3. Roundabout control

  4. Adaptive control

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Roundabouts are a type of intersection control, not a type of traffic signal control.

What is the purpose of a median in a highway?

  1. To separate opposing lanes of traffic

  2. To provide a refuge area for pedestrians

  3. To improve drainage

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medians serve multiple purposes, including separating opposing lanes of traffic, providing a refuge area for pedestrians, and improving drainage.

Which of the following is NOT a type of public transportation?

  1. Bus

  2. Train

  3. Light rail

  4. Automobile

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Automobiles are not considered public transportation, as they are privately owned and operated.

What is the term for a dedicated lane for high-occupancy vehicles?

  1. HOV lane

  2. HOT lane

  3. Express lane

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

HOV lanes, HOT lanes, and express lanes are all types of dedicated lanes for high-occupancy vehicles.

What is the purpose of a traffic calming measure?

  1. To reduce traffic speed

  2. To improve pedestrian safety

  3. To reduce noise pollution

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Traffic calming measures are designed to reduce traffic speed, improve pedestrian safety, and reduce noise pollution.

Which of the following is NOT a type of pavement marking?

  1. Solid line

  2. Dashed line

  3. Double line

  4. Stop sign

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stop signs are not pavement markings, but rather traffic signs.

What is the term for a type of intersection where traffic is controlled by a roundabout?

  1. Roundabout intersection

  2. Rotary intersection

  3. Traffic circle

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Roundabout intersection, rotary intersection, and traffic circle are all terms for a type of intersection where traffic is controlled by a roundabout.

What is the purpose of a traffic signal?

  1. To control the flow of traffic

  2. To improve pedestrian safety

  3. To reduce traffic congestion

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Traffic signals are designed to control the flow of traffic, improve pedestrian safety, and reduce traffic congestion.

Which of the following is NOT a type of traffic sign?

  1. Stop sign

  2. Yield sign

  3. Speed limit sign

  4. One-way sign

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One-way signs are not traffic signs, but rather pavement markings.

What is the term for a type of intersection where traffic is controlled by a traffic signal?

  1. Signalized intersection

  2. Stop sign intersection

  3. Yield sign intersection

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A signalized intersection is a type of intersection where traffic is controlled by a traffic signal.

Which of the following is NOT a type of public transportation vehicle?

  1. Bus

  2. Train

  3. Light rail

  4. Automobile

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Automobiles are not considered public transportation vehicles, as they are privately owned and operated.

What is the purpose of a median in a highway?

  1. To separate opposing lanes of traffic

  2. To provide a refuge area for pedestrians

  3. To improve drainage

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Medians serve multiple purposes, including separating opposing lanes of traffic, providing a refuge area for pedestrians, and improving drainage.

Which of the following is NOT a type of traffic signal control?

  1. Fixed-time control

  2. Actuated control

  3. Roundabout control

  4. Adaptive control

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Roundabouts are a type of intersection control, not a type of traffic signal control.

What is the term for a dedicated lane for high-occupancy vehicles?

  1. HOV lane

  2. HOT lane

  3. Express lane

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

HOV lanes, HOT lanes, and express lanes are all types of dedicated lanes for high-occupancy vehicles.

What is the purpose of a traffic calming measure?

  1. To reduce traffic speed

  2. To improve pedestrian safety

  3. To reduce noise pollution

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Traffic calming measures are designed to reduce traffic speed, improve pedestrian safety, and reduce noise pollution.

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