Road Construction Process

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Questions and Answers

Road construction process involves only one step

False (B)

The type of road construction used depends on traffic volume

True (A)

Setting Out involves transferring design from drawings into the ground

True (A)

Pavement construction is the first step in road construction process

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Landscaping includes the planning and layout of gardens and parks

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Bridges and culverts construction is done after earth works

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that influence the type of road construction used?

Traffic volume, nature of materials, type and availability of construction equipment, financing arrangement and timing, topography Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the road construction process?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Setting Out' involve in the road construction process?

Transferring design from drawings into the ground Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the road construction step 'Earth works'?

Excavation, embankment, and compaction Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of road furniture mentioned in the text?

Illumination, painting, safety fence (guard rail), curbstones, walkways, median, traffic signs Signup and view all the answers

What comes after the construction of bridges and culverts in the road construction process?

Retaining structures construction Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that influence the type of road construction used?

Traffic volume, nature of materials available, type and availability of construction equipment, financing arrangement and timing, topography Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Setting Out' in the road construction process?

Transferring design from drawings into the ground Signup and view all the answers

What is the last step in the road construction process?

Placement of road furniture Signup and view all the answers

What is included in 'Earth works' in the road construction process?

Earth works involve preparing the ground for the road construction, including excavation, filling, and compaction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of 'Landscaping' in the road construction process?

Planning and layout of gardens, parks, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step in the road construction process?

Planning (Layout drawings, funding, legal, and environmental issues) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Road construction has only one step

False

Traffic impacts road type

True