MSTC Past Board Objective Questions

Questions and Answers

Which of these options are correct for the categories? (Select all that apply)

II, III, & IV only (correct)

I, II, & III only (correct)

I, II, & IV only (correct)

I, III, & IV only (correct)

What is a wave at a point where the water depth is equal to one-half of the wavelength or greater expressed in terms of significant wave?

Deep water wave

Significant wave (correct)

Equivalent deep-water wave

Highest wave

Which of the following is most important in avoiding bias in surveying?

Sending out a large enough number of surveys to ensure sufficient responses for analysis

Care in choosing individuals who you feel are representative of the population

Picking a sampling method in which every combination of people has the same chance of being selected (correct)

Making sure every individual in the population of interest is invited to respond

What is a type of thermoplastic lane marking designed to aid motorists with visual, audio, and motion warning on the road?

Rumble strip Signup and view all the answers

Lane lines must not be continued in which of the following cases?

All of these Signup and view all the answers

The warrant for the use of safety barriers can be established considering which factors?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should messages painted on pavement be limited to?

Six words or less Signup and view all the answers

What are the four types of pavement and curb markings?

Longitudinal lines, transverse lines, lane lines, and center lines Signup and view all the answers

Shoulder paving provides which benefits?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Wave Dynamics and Depth

A wave at water depth equal to or greater than half its wavelength is significant in wave characterization.
Types of waves include significant, deep water, equivalent deep-water, and highest waves.

Surveying and Sampling

Avoid bias by ensuring every individual in the target population is invited to respond.
Selecting representative individuals based on characteristics can lead to bias.
A proper sampling method gives each combination of individuals equal selection chance.
Sending a large volume of surveys compensates for low response rates.

Lane Markings and Their Purpose

Thermoplastic lane markings provide visual, audio, and motion warnings to motorists.
Different types of lane markings include regulatory signs, chevron markings, diagonal markings, and rumble strips.
Lane lines must not continue:
- Across signalized intersections.
- Across one-way side street entrances.
- Beyond the taper of multi-lane road narrowing.

Safety Barrier Considerations

Warrant for safety barriers considers:
- Slope steepness and back slope height.
- Hazards in the clear zone, such as unforgiving and water hazards.

Traffic Signage

Guide signs inform road users of directions, distances, and points of interest.
Types of traffic signs include regulatory signs and warning signs.
Painted pavement messages should ideally be limited to six words or less.

Pavement and Curb Markings

Four types of pavement markings are longitudinal lines, transverse lines, lane lines, and center lines.
Shoulder paving preserves pavement integrity, enhances edge line placement, prevents vehicle skidding, and is low maintenance.
Types of pavement markings and benefits can include integrity, width, safety, and maintenance cost.

Design of Overtaking and Climbing Lanes

Considerations include lane design specifics but details were not provided in the text.

Description

Take this quiz to test your knowledge on past board objective type questions from the MSTC exam conducted in May 2015. This quiz covers various topics, including wave properties and depths. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand these concepts.