10 Questions
What is the main function of vehicles in a transportation system?
Move along the travel way
What is the difference between multimodal and intermodal transportation?
Multimodal involves distinct modes, while intermodal uses multiple transport modes.
Which of the following is NOT a physical element of a transportation system?
Human resources
What do operating rules in a transportation system primarily involve?
Schedule
In a transportation system, what is the main role of control systems?
Allocate right-of-way
Which of the following is an example of human resources in a transportation system?
Maintenance and construction workers
What distinguishes infrastructure from equipment in a transportation system?
Infrastructure is about facilitating transportation, while equipment is for controlling traffic.
What is the primary function of communications systems in a transportation environment?
Link traffic control centers to travel way equipment.
What is the key difference between highway systems and intermodal transportation as per the text?
Intermodal involves distinct transport modes, whereas highway systems allocate right-of-way.
What does crew assignment in a transportation system primarily involve?
Assigning operators to different vehicles.
Test your knowledge on the advantages and disadvantages of road transport compared to railway transport. Questions cover safety records, environmental impact, carrying capacity, energy consumption, cost, load capacity, convenience, and more.
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