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Who is known as the father of modern road building?
Who is known as the father of modern road building?
- Thomas Telford
- Eli Blake
- Jerome Tresaguet (correct)
- John Louden Mac Adam
Which individual invented the first stone crusher?
Which individual invented the first stone crusher?
- Jerome Tresaguet
- Eli Blake (correct)
- Thomas Telford
- John Louden Mac Adam
What was the main purpose of early road systems according to the text?
What was the main purpose of early road systems according to the text?
- Movement of armies for conquest or defense (correct)
- Transportation of food and trade of goods
- Cultural exchange
- Agricultural development
Which concept of road building is associated with John Louden Mac Adam?
Which concept of road building is associated with John Louden Mac Adam?
In highway programming, what happens to projects that fail on financial or political criteria?
In highway programming, what happens to projects that fail on financial or political criteria?
Which invention is attributed to Aveling and Porter?
Which invention is attributed to Aveling and Porter?
How does the width of a vehicle impact road design?
How does the width of a vehicle impact road design?
What aspect of a vehicle is crucial for providing clearance under structures and bridges?
What aspect of a vehicle is crucial for providing clearance under structures and bridges?
Why is it important to consider the weight of a vehicle in road design?
Why is it important to consider the weight of a vehicle in road design?
What is the maximum width of a truck bus according to the text?
What is the maximum width of a truck bus according to the text?
Which factor governs the limiting values of road gradients based on vehicle characteristics?
Which factor governs the limiting values of road gradients based on vehicle characteristics?
What is the maximum weight limit for any loaded vehicle or combination of vehicles as per the text?
What is the maximum weight limit for any loaded vehicle or combination of vehicles as per the text?
