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What is the Pan-Philippine Highway also known as?
What is the Pan-Philippine Highway also known as?
- DPWH Backbone
- Expressway Network
- Maharlika Highway (correct)
- High Standard Highway Network
Which islands does the Pan-Philippine Highway connect in the Philippines?
Which islands does the Pan-Philippine Highway connect in the Philippines?
- Luzon, Samar, Leyte, and Mindanao (correct)
- Luzon, Palawan, Mindoro, and Mindanao
- Luzon, Samar, Bohol, and Cebu
- Visayas, Mindanao, Luzon, and Negros
What is the Northern terminus of the Pan-Philippine Highway?
What is the Northern terminus of the Pan-Philippine Highway?
- Cebu City
- Zamboanga City
- Laoag (correct)
- Davao City
Which organization manages the Philippine expressway network?
Which organization manages the Philippine expressway network?
What designation does the entire Pan-Philippine Highway hold within the Asian Highway Network?
What designation does the entire Pan-Philippine Highway hold within the Asian Highway Network?
Which mode of transportation in the Philippines involves motorized and non-motorized boats primarily used for transportation between islands and across inland and coastal waters?
Which mode of transportation in the Philippines involves motorized and non-motorized boats primarily used for transportation between islands and across inland and coastal waters?
What is the primary purpose of native bangka in the Philippines?
What is the primary purpose of native bangka in the Philippines?
Which expressway connects Cavite and Laguna in the Philippines?
Which expressway connects Cavite and Laguna in the Philippines?
What is the Manila Light Rail Transit System composed of?
What is the Manila Light Rail Transit System composed of?
Which river in the Philippines is served by the Pasig River Ferry Service?
Which river in the Philippines is served by the Pasig River Ferry Service?
What is the primary mode of water transportation between islands in the Philippines?
What is the primary mode of water transportation between islands in the Philippines?
What are the direct costs of a transportation system composed of?
What are the direct costs of a transportation system composed of?
Which BRT system combined elements from Curitiba's BRT and achieved the highest capacity and speed?
Which BRT system combined elements from Curitiba's BRT and achieved the highest capacity and speed?
According to Gustavo Petro, in which type of country do the rich use public transportation?
According to Gustavo Petro, in which type of country do the rich use public transportation?
What type of roads directly connect three or more major cities and are part of the main trunkline system in the Philippine Highway Network?
What type of roads directly connect three or more major cities and are part of the main trunkline system in the Philippine Highway Network?
Which year were Tertiary roads introduced in the Philippine Highway Network?
Which year were Tertiary roads introduced in the Philippine Highway Network?
What aspect did the TransMilenio BRT system focus on to achieve its efficiency?
What aspect did the TransMilenio BRT system focus on to achieve its efficiency?
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Study Notes
Pan-Philippine Highway
- Also known as the "Maharlika Highway."
- Connects the islands of Luzon, Leyte, Samar, and Mindanao.
- Northern terminus is in Laoag, Ilocos Norte.
Philippine Expressway Network
- Managed by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB).
- Entire Pan-Philippine Highway designated as part of the Asian Highway Network.
Transportation Modes in the Philippines
- Water transportation involves motorized and non-motorized boats for inter-island travel and access to inland waters.
- Primary purpose of native bangka is to facilitate transport between islands.
Infrastructure and Transit Systems
- The Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) connects the provinces of Cavite and Laguna.
- Manila Light Rail Transit System consists of multiple lines providing rapid transit in Metro Manila.
Pasig River Ferry Service
- Serves the Pasig River, providing an alternative transport route for commuters.
- Water transportation is the primary method for traveling between the islands in the Philippines.
Transportation System Costs
- Direct costs include expenses related to infrastructure, maintenance, and operation of transit options.
BRT Systems
- Bogotá’s TransMilenio BRT system combined elements from Curitiba’s BRT, achieving high capacity and speed.
Public Transportation Insights
- Gustavo Petro notes that in developed countries, the rich utilize public transportation, contrasting with developing nations.
Highway Classification in the Philippines
- Major roads that connect three or more significant cities are classified as trunkline roads within the Philippine Highway Network.
- Tertiary roads were introduced in the Philippine Highway Network in 1975.
BRT System Efficiency
- TransMilenio focused on high-capacity bus operations and efficient scheduling to enhance service efficiency.
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