Human Factors in Transportation

Description: This quiz evaluates your knowledge of human factors in transportation, focusing on the interaction between humans and transportation systems.
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Which of the following is NOT a common type of human error in transportation?

  1. Distraction

  2. Fatigue

  3. Impairment

  4. Attention


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Attention is not a type of human error but rather a cognitive process that can be affected by errors.

What is the term for the tendency of drivers to overestimate their abilities and underestimate the risks of driving?

  1. Risk compensation

  2. Optimism bias

  3. Confirmation bias

  4. Illusion of control


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The illusion of control is the tendency to overestimate one's ability to control events, often leading to risky behaviors.

Which of the following is a common design feature in transportation systems aimed at reducing human error?

  1. Redundancy

  2. Simplicity

  3. Consistency

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Redundancy, simplicity, and consistency are all design features that can help reduce human error in transportation systems.

What is the term for the process of gathering and analyzing data on human factors in transportation systems?

  1. Human factors analysis

  2. Ergonomics

  3. Usability testing

  4. Human-computer interaction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Human factors analysis is the process of gathering and analyzing data on human factors in transportation systems to identify and address potential problems.

Which of the following is a common method for evaluating the effectiveness of human factors interventions in transportation systems?

  1. Field studies

  2. Laboratory studies

  3. Simulation studies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Field studies, laboratory studies, and simulation studies are all common methods for evaluating the effectiveness of human factors interventions in transportation systems.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between humans and transportation systems?

  1. Human factors in transportation

  2. Transportation psychology

  3. Ergonomics

  4. Human-computer interaction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Human factors in transportation is the study of the relationship between humans and transportation systems, focusing on the interaction between human behavior and transportation system design.

Which of the following is NOT a common human factor contributing to accidents in transportation systems?

  1. Distraction

  2. Impairment

  3. Fatigue

  4. Experience


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Experience is not a common human factor contributing to accidents in transportation systems, as experienced drivers are generally safer than inexperienced drivers.

What is the term for the tendency of drivers to adapt their behavior to the conditions of the road, even when those conditions are unsafe?

  1. Risk compensation

  2. Compensatory behavior

  3. Adaptation

  4. Habituation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Compensatory behavior is the tendency of drivers to adapt their behavior to the conditions of the road, even when those conditions are unsafe.

Which of the following is a common design feature in transportation systems aimed at improving human performance?

  1. Feedback

  2. Automation

  3. Error-proofing

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Feedback, automation, and error-proofing are all design features that can help improve human performance in transportation systems.

What is the term for the study of the design of transportation systems to accommodate the needs and capabilities of humans?

  1. Human factors engineering

  2. Ergonomics

  3. Usability engineering

  4. Human-computer interaction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Human factors engineering is the study of the design of transportation systems to accommodate the needs and capabilities of humans.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of human error in transportation?

  1. Slips

  2. Lapses

  3. Mistakes

  4. Violations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Violations are intentional deviations from safe operating procedures, while slips, lapses, and mistakes are unintentional errors.

What is the term for the process of designing transportation systems to be safe, efficient, and user-friendly?

  1. Human factors design

  2. Ergonomics

  3. Usability engineering

  4. Human-computer interaction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Human factors design is the process of designing transportation systems to be safe, efficient, and user-friendly.

Which of the following is a common method for evaluating the usability of transportation systems?

  1. Field studies

  2. Laboratory studies

  3. Simulation studies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Field studies, laboratory studies, and simulation studies are all common methods for evaluating the usability of transportation systems.

What is the term for the study of the interaction between humans and transportation systems?

  1. Human factors in transportation

  2. Transportation psychology

  3. Ergonomics

  4. Human-computer interaction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Human factors in transportation is the study of the interaction between humans and transportation systems, focusing on the relationship between human behavior and transportation system design.

Which of the following is NOT a common human factor contributing to accidents in transportation systems?

  1. Distraction

  2. Impairment

  3. Fatigue

  4. Age


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Age is not a common human factor contributing to accidents in transportation systems, as drivers of all ages are equally likely to be involved in accidents.

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