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Transportation and Sustainability

Description: This quiz focuses on the relationship between transportation and sustainability, covering topics such as the environmental impact of different transportation modes, sustainable transportation practices, and the role of technology in promoting sustainable transportation.
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Which mode of transportation generally has the lowest carbon footprint per passenger-mile?

  1. Air travel

  2. Driving a personal vehicle

  3. Walking or cycling

  4. Public transportation

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Walking and cycling have zero carbon emissions, making them the most sustainable modes of transportation.

What is the term used to describe the strategy of reducing traffic congestion by encouraging people to use public transportation, carpooling, or other alternatives to driving alone?

  1. Traffic calming

  2. Congestion pricing

  3. Transportation demand management

  4. Intelligent transportation systems

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Transportation demand management aims to reduce traffic congestion by influencing travel behavior and encouraging the use of sustainable transportation options.

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

  1. Reduced air pollution

  2. Increased traffic congestion

  3. Lower transportation costs

  4. Improved public health

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Public transportation can help reduce traffic congestion by taking cars off the road.

What is the term used to describe the use of advanced technologies to improve the efficiency and sustainability of transportation systems?

  1. Intelligent transportation systems

  2. Transportation demand management

  3. Traffic calming

  4. Congestion pricing

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intelligent transportation systems use technology to improve the efficiency and sustainability of transportation systems.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable transportation practice?

  1. Using public transportation

  2. Carpooling or vanpooling

  3. Driving a hybrid or electric vehicle

  4. Idling your car for long periods of time

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Idling your car wastes fuel and increases emissions, making it an unsustainable practice.

What is the term used to describe the strategy of charging drivers for using roads during peak traffic times?

  1. Traffic calming

  2. Congestion pricing

  3. Transportation demand management

  4. Intelligent transportation systems

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Congestion pricing aims to reduce traffic congestion by charging drivers for using roads during peak traffic times.

Which mode of transportation generally has the highest carbon footprint per passenger-mile?

  1. Air travel

  2. Driving a personal vehicle

  3. Walking or cycling

  4. Public transportation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Air travel has a higher carbon footprint per passenger-mile compared to other modes of transportation due to the high fuel consumption and emissions associated with aircraft.

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

  1. New Urbanism

  2. Smart growth

  3. Transit-oriented development

  4. Complete streets

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Complete streets are designed to accommodate all users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and public transportation, making them more sustainable and livable.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using electric vehicles?

  1. Reduced air pollution

  2. Lower operating costs

  3. Increased noise pollution

  4. Improved energy efficiency

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Electric vehicles are generally quieter than gasoline-powered vehicles, reducing noise pollution.

What is the term used to describe the strategy of reducing traffic congestion by calming traffic and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists?

  1. Traffic calming

  2. Congestion pricing

  3. Transportation demand management

  4. Intelligent transportation systems

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Traffic calming aims to reduce traffic congestion by calming traffic and making streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable transportation technology?

  1. Electric vehicles

  2. Hybrid vehicles

  3. Autonomous vehicles

  4. Internal combustion engine vehicles

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Internal combustion engine vehicles rely on fossil fuels, which are a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, making them unsustainable.

What is the term used to describe the strategy of encouraging people to live closer to their workplaces, schools, and other destinations, reducing the need for long commutes?

  1. Compact development

  2. Smart growth

  3. Transit-oriented development

  4. New Urbanism

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Smart growth aims to encourage people to live closer to their workplaces, schools, and other destinations, reducing the need for long commutes.

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

  1. Reduced air pollution

  2. Increased traffic congestion

  3. Lower transportation costs

  4. Improved public health

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Public transportation can help reduce traffic congestion by taking cars off the road.

What is the term used to describe the strategy of charging drivers for using roads during peak traffic times?

  1. Traffic calming

  2. Congestion pricing

  3. Transportation demand management

  4. Intelligent transportation systems

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Congestion pricing aims to reduce traffic congestion by charging drivers for using roads during peak traffic times.

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable transportation practice?

  1. Using public transportation

  2. Carpooling or vanpooling

  3. Driving a hybrid or electric vehicle

  4. Idling your car for long periods of time

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Idling your car wastes fuel and increases emissions, making it an unsustainable practice.

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