IIT Kharagpur: Geometric Design of Highways Module 3 Lesson 3.1 Quiz
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What is the maximum recommended gradient for a Steep Terrain Ruling Min. Major District Road (MDR) according to the text?

  • 0 to 10%
  • 10 to 25%
  • 25 to 60% (correct)
  • greater than 60%
  • Which design vehicle is typically used for a Semi-trailer according to the text?

  • Truck-trailer combination
  • Single unit truck
  • Passenger car
  • Semi-trailer (correct)
  • What is the typical range for the Design Hourly Volume as a percentage of the Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) in India?

  • 10-12%
  • 5-8%
  • 12-15%
  • 8-10% (correct)
  • Which of the following is not listed as a factor to consider in the environmental and other factors section?

    <p>Traffic composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which topography classification has a gradient range of 0 to 10%?

    <p>Plain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which road type has the highest recommended maximum gradient according to the text?

    <p>All road types have the same maximum recommended gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important factor considered in the functional classification of roads?

    <p>Volume of traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is crucial in the design control and criteria for roads?

    <p>Design Speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential consideration in the elements of geometric design for roadways?

    <p>Cross section elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the cumulative distribution of speed graph typically look like?

    <p>S shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of road is classified as an urban road?

    <p>Arterial Street</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target speed considered in the design control and criteria for roads?

    <p>$95^{th}$/98^{th}$ percentile-Design Speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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