Q1: What is the typical design period for highways in urban areas?
A: 10 years B: 15 years
C: 20 years D: 25 years
Ans: C.
Q2: Which of the following is not a mode of transportation?
A: Railways B: Highways
C: Aqueducts D: Aviation
Ans: C.
Q3: What does the term "LOS" stand for in transportation engineering?
A: Level of Service B: Length of Span
C: Load on Structure D: Land Occupation Survey
Ans: A.
Q4: The process of compacting asphalt layers using heavy rollers is called:
A: Paving B: Milling
C: Sealing D: Compaction
Ans: D.
Q5: The HCM (Highway Capacity Manual) is used to determine:
A: Structural integrity of bridges
B: Traffic signal timings
C: Roadside advertising regulations
D: Traffic flow and capacity
Ans: D.
Q6: Which type of pavement distress is characterized by interconnected cracks resembling an alligator's skin?
A: Rutting B: Raveling
C: Alligator cracking D: Block cracking
Ans: C.
Q7: In transportation planning, what does "TOD" stand for?
A: Traffic Optimization Duration
B: Time of Departure
C: Transit-Oriented Development
D: Traffic Ordinance Division
Ans: C.
Q8: The term "Superpave" is associated with which aspect of transportation engineering?
A: Geometric design
B: Bridge construction
C: Pavement materials
D: Traffic signal optimization
Ans: C.
Q9: What is the primary purpose of a "roundabout" at an intersection?
A: Increase traffic congestion
B: Improve pedestrian safety
C: Facilitate high-speed traffic flow
D: Eliminate the need for traffic signals
Ans: B.
Q10: The "85th percentile speed" in speed studies represents:
A: The maximum speed observed during the study
B: The average speed of all vehicles in the study
C: The speed at or below which 85% of vehicles are traveling
D: The speed recommended for all vehicles on the road
Ans: C.
Q11: What is the standard design lane width for a rural two-lane highway in the US?
A: 10 feet B: 11 feet
C: 12 feet D: 14 feet
Ans: D.
Q12: Which type of soil is most suitable for the subgrade of a road pavement?
A: Silt B: Clay
C: Sand D: Gravel
Ans: D.
Q13: Which type of bridge is considered the most economical for short spans?
A: Arch bridge B: Cable-stayed bridge
C: Beam bridge D: Suspension bridge
Ans: C.
Q14: What is the minimum sight distance required at an uncontrolled intersection on a rural highway?
A: 150 feet B: 250 feet
C: 350 feet D: 450 feet
Ans: D.
Q15: The term "cut and fill" refers to the process of:
A: Constructing a bridge
B: Excavating and filling earth during road construction
C: Asphalt pavement overlay
D: Installing traffic signals
Ans: B.
Q16: The "Modulus of Elasticity" is a property used to characterize the behavior of:
A: Concrete B: Asphalt
C: Steel D: Timber
Ans: A.
Q17: Which type of traffic sign is a red, octagonal shape with white letters?
A: Stop sign B: Yield sign
C: No Entry sign D: Speed Limit sign
Ans: A.
Q18: Which agency publishes the "Standard Specifications for Highway Construction" in the United States?
A: AASHTO B: FHWA
C: ASTM D: NHTSA
Ans: A.
Q19: The "Weigh-in-Motion" system is used to:
A: Measure traffic volume
B: Monitor pavement condition
C: Measure vehicle weights while they are in motion
D: Detect speeding vehicles
Ans: C.
Q20: What does the term "IBC" stand for in the context of bridge design?
A: International Bridge Code
B: Internal Bridge Clearance
C: Indian Bridge Construction
D: Interstate Bridge Consortium
Ans: A.
Q21: Which type of material is commonly used for the construction of modern railway sleepers?
A: Wood B: Steel
C: Concrete D: Aluminum
Ans: C.
Q22: The concept of "Level of Service" in traffic engineering refers to:
A: The quality of transit services provided
B: The speed limit on a roadway
C: The capacity of a transportation facility
D: The comfort and convenience experienced by road users
Ans: D.
Q23: What is the purpose of a "geotextile" in pavement construction?
A: To improve skid resistance
B: To provide a smooth riding surface
C: To prevent water infiltration into the subgrade
D: To enhance the aesthetic appearance of the pavement
Ans: C.
Q24: The "AASHTO Design Method" is commonly used for the design of:
A: Traffic signals B: Bridges
C: Railways D: Tunnels
Ans: B.
Q25: Which of the following is a measure of a road's roughness?
A: IRI (International Roughness Index)
B: PSI (Pavement Smoothness Index)
C: RDI (Road Distress Index)
D: PCI (Pavement Condition Index)
Ans: A.
Q26: The "Green Book" published by the AASHTO provides guidelines for:
A: Environmental impact assessment
B: Geometric design of highways
C: Bridge inspection and maintenance
D: Traffic signal synchronization
Ans: B.
Q27: Which type of road intersection allows free flow of traffic in all directions without traffic signals?
A: Roundabout B: Diamond interchange
C: Cloverleaf interchange D: Intersection with stop signs
Ans: A.
Q28: The term "Bearing Capacity" in soil mechanics refers to:
A: The ability of a soil to hold water
B: The ability of a soil to support structures without failure
C: The ability of a soil to withstand seismic forces
D: The ability of a soil to resist erosion
Ans: B.
Q29: What is the primary purpose of a "culvert" in transportation engineering?
A: To divert traffic from one road to another
B: To provide a grade-separated crossing for pedestrians
C: To allow water to pass under a road or railway
D: To facilitate high-speed traffic flow
Ans: C.
Q30: The "Brinell Hardness Test" is used to determine the hardness of:
A: Steel B: Asphalt
C: Concrete D: Timber
Ans: A.
Q31: In traffic engineering, the term "LOS A" indicates:
A: Excellent level of service
B: Acceptable level of service
C: Marginal level of service
D: Unacceptable level of service
Ans: A.
Q32: Which type of bridge is known for its elegant, curved design often seen in highway overpasses?
A: Cantilever bridge B: Arch bridge
C: Truss bridge D: Cable-stayed bridge
Ans: D.
Q33: The concept of "Complete Streets" in urban planning emphasizes:
A: Providing adequate parking spaces
B: Designing roads for all users, including pedestrians and cyclists
C: Implementing high-speed highways
D: Expanding public transit services
Ans: B.
Q34: Which type of asphalt pavement distress is characterized by the wearing away of small particles from the surface?
A: Rutting B: Raveling
C: Alligator cracking D: Pot-holes
Ans: B.
Q35: The "BPR Equation" is used to calculate:
A: Traffic volume at a signalized intersection
B: Sight distance at a horizontal curve
C: Traffic signal timings
D: Capacity of a two-lane highway
Ans: D.
Q36: The "Clear Zone" is the area along a road that should be kept free of:
A: Traffic signals B: Vegetation
C: Pedestrians D: Parking lanes
Ans: B.
Q37: Which type of slope failure occurs due to excessive water saturation in the soil?
A: Landslide B: Rockfall
C: Mudflow D: Rockslide
Ans: A.
Q38: The concept of "Peak Hour Factor" (PHF) is used in traffic engineering to account for:
A: Vehicle acceleration at intersections
B: Fluctuations in traffic demand during peak hours
C: Pedestrian crossing times at signalized intersections
D: Differences in vehicle types on the road
Ans: B.
Q39: Which organization sets the standards for highway signs and pavement markings in the US?
A: AASHTO B: FHWA
C: NHTSA D: ITE
Ans: B.
Q40: Which type of traffic control device is used to regulate the movement of vehicles at an intersection?
A: Stop sign B: Speed limit sign
C: Guide sign D: Regulatory sign
Ans: A.
Q41: The "Passenger Car Equivalent" (PCE) is used to convert different types of vehicles into equivalent:
A: Passenger cars B: Trucks
C: Motorcycles D: Bicycles
Ans: A.
Q42: What is the purpose of a "baffle wall" in noise barriers along highways?
A: To reduce glare from headlights
B: To provide support to the barrier structure
C: To improve the aesthetics of the barrier
D: To block line-of-sight to the source of noise
Ans: D.
Q43: Which type of pavement distress is characterized by longitudinal cracks that occur at fairly regular intervals?
A: Rutting B: Block cracking
C: Alligator cracking D: Joint reflection cracking
Ans: D.
Q44: The "Critical Path Method" (CPM) is a technique used for:
A: Traffic flow analysis
B: Project scheduling and management
C: Traffic signal optimization
D: Road safety assessment
Ans: B.
Q45: Which type of soil is most susceptible to frost heave during winter?
A: Sandy soil B: Gravelly soil
C: Clayey soil D: Loamy soil
Ans: C.
Q46: The "Froude Number" is used to analyze and design:
A: Gravity dams B: Culverts
C: Channel flow D: Highways
Ans: C.
Q47: Which type of bridge is supported by cables attached to towers?
A: Arch bridge B: Beam bridge
C: Cable-stayed bridge D: Truss bridge
Ans: C.
Q48: The "Pavement Condition Index" (PCI) is used to rate the overall condition of:
A: Traffic signals B: Pavements
C: Bridges D: Guardrails
Ans: B.
Q49: The "Coefficient of Friction" is a measure of the resistance between:
A: The pavement and the vehicle tires
B: Traffic flow and capacity
C: The vehicle engine and the transmission system
D: The vehicle driver and the steering wheel
Ans: A.
Q50: What is the minimum number of lanes on a one-way urban arterial road?
A: 1 lane B: 2 lanes
C: 3 lanes D: 4 lanes
Ans: C.
