9 - Traffic Calming Measures for Safer Pedestrian Movement
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Practice Questions
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What is a raised crosswalk?
💡 Hint: Think about how this crosswalk impacts vehicle speed.
Name one benefit of chicanes.
💡 Hint: Consider what they do to driving paths.
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What is the primary purpose of traffic calming measures?
💡 Hint: Consider who benefits the most from these measures.
True or False: Rumble strips can interfere with the mobility of wheelchair users.
💡 Hint: Think about how different surfaces affect users.
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Design a traffic setup for a busy intersection using all three traffic calming measures: raised crosswalks, chicanes, and neckdowns. Discuss how each feature contributes to pedestrian safety.
💡 Hint: Consider how each design feature interacts and affects overall traffic behavior.
Evaluate the impact of speed bumps on emergency vehicle response time in urban settings. Propose potential solutions.
💡 Hint: Reflect on balancing safety and urgency.
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