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Pollution Prevention in Transportation

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What is the primary source of air pollution from transportation?

  1. Carbon monoxide (CO)

  2. Nitrogen oxides (NOx)

  3. Particulate matter (PM)

  4. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nitrogen oxides (NOx) are the primary source of air pollution from transportation, primarily emitted by diesel engines.

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas emitted by transportation?

  1. Carbon dioxide (CO2)

  2. Methane (CH4)

  3. Nitrous oxide (N2O)

  4. Sulfur dioxide (SO2)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sulfur dioxide (SO2) is not a greenhouse gas emitted by transportation. It is primarily emitted by industrial activities.

What is the term used to describe the reduction of vehicle emissions through technological improvements?

  1. Emission control

  2. Emission reduction

  3. Emission prevention

  4. Emission mitigation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Emission control refers to the reduction of vehicle emissions through technological improvements, such as catalytic converters and particulate filters.

Which of the following is NOT a fuel-efficient driving technique?

  1. Accelerating and braking smoothly

  2. Maintaining a steady speed

  3. Using cruise control on highways

  4. Idling the engine for extended periods


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Idling the engine for extended periods is not a fuel-efficient driving technique. It wastes fuel and increases emissions.

What is the term used to describe the use of alternative fuels, such as electricity, hydrogen, and biofuels, in transportation?

  1. Fuel diversification

  2. Fuel substitution

  3. Fuel blending

  4. Fuel optimization


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fuel substitution refers to the use of alternative fuels, such as electricity, hydrogen, and biofuels, in transportation.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using public transportation?

  1. Reduced traffic congestion

  2. Improved air quality

  3. Increased energy efficiency

  4. Higher transportation costs


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Using public transportation typically results in lower transportation costs compared to using personal vehicles.

What is the term used to describe the practice of designing cities and towns in a way that encourages walking, cycling, and public transportation?

  1. Transit-oriented development

  2. Smart growth

  3. New urbanism

  4. Compact development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Transit-oriented development refers to the practice of designing cities and towns in a way that encourages walking, cycling, and public transportation.

Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution prevention strategy in transportation?

  1. Vehicle emission control

  2. Fuel efficiency improvements

  3. Alternative fuel use

  4. Vehicle scrapping


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vehicle scrapping is not a pollution prevention strategy in transportation. It involves the disposal of old vehicles, which may result in environmental pollution if not done properly.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of waste generated by transportation activities?

  1. Waste minimization

  2. Waste reduction

  3. Waste prevention

  4. Waste management


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Waste prevention refers to the process of reducing the amount of waste generated by transportation activities, such as reducing packaging and using reusable materials.

Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution generated by transportation?

  1. Air pollution

  2. Water pollution

  3. Noise pollution

  4. Light pollution


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Light pollution is not typically associated with transportation activities.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using vehicles and transportation systems in a more efficient and sustainable manner?

  1. Transportation demand management

  2. Transportation systems management

  3. Transportation planning

  4. Transportation engineering


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Transportation demand management refers to the practice of using vehicles and transportation systems in a more efficient and sustainable manner.

Which of the following is NOT a type of transportation demand management strategy?

  1. Carpooling and vanpooling

  2. Public transportation improvements

  3. Walking and cycling infrastructure

  4. Congestion pricing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Congestion pricing is not typically considered a transportation demand management strategy.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using technology to improve the efficiency and sustainability of transportation systems?

  1. Intelligent transportation systems

  2. Advanced transportation systems

  3. Smart transportation systems

  4. Connected transportation systems


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intelligent transportation systems refer to the practice of using technology to improve the efficiency and sustainability of transportation systems.

Which of the following is NOT a type of intelligent transportation system technology?

  1. Traffic signal control systems

  2. Automated vehicle systems

  3. Public transportation management systems

  4. Electronic toll collection systems


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Electronic toll collection systems are not typically considered a type of intelligent transportation system technology.

What is the term used to describe the practice of reducing the environmental impact of transportation activities through policy and regulatory measures?

  1. Transportation policy

  2. Transportation regulation

  3. Transportation planning

  4. Transportation engineering


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Transportation policy refers to the practice of reducing the environmental impact of transportation activities through policy and regulatory measures.

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