10 Questions
What is road risk generally defined as?
The probability of crash/fatality occurrence
How is exposure most often expressed?
Through the annual average daily traffic (AADT) vehicles/day
What do the coefficients 'a', 'b', and 'c' represent in the road risk formula?
Coefficients to be estimated
Why are the number of fatalities and injuries alone considered insufficient when assessing road safety problems?
They can be misleading
What is the predicted average crash frequency (Ni) in the road risk formula?
The average number of crashes in a road segment
Which neurotransmitter's release is inhibited by alcohol, leading to impaired cognitive function and reduced inhibitions?
Glutamate
What is the primary effect of alcohol on the central nervous system (CNS)?
Slows down CNS activity
Which recreational substance is known to impair mood, cognitive function, and cause reduced inhibitions?
Marijuana
What is the impact of marijuana on the central nervous system (CNS)?
Stimulates CNS activity
Which type of recreational substance is known to be a depressant and can impair motor coordination?
Alcohol
Test your knowledge of introductory topics in Human Factors in Civil and Transport Engineering with this quiz. Explore the definition, historical overview, the role of human errors in road accidents, cognitive characteristics, and limitations. Challenge yourself with questions related to Dr. Milad Haghani's lecture and gain a deeper understanding of this important field.
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