4.6.4. Pavement colors

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the effect of light-colored pavements during the day?

   Hint

   Think about how light colors react with sunlight.

2. 2.

   How do dark-colored pavements assist drivers at night?

   Hint

   Consider what colors stand out under streetlights.

3. 3.

   What effect does a light-colored pavement have during the day?

   • Decreases visibility
   • Increases visibility
   • Has no effect

   Hint

   Think about how colors interact with light.

4. 4.

   Contrasting pavement colors help with...

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of visual cues in driving.

5. 5.

   If a city were to switch all its pavements to dark colors, what implications might this have for daytime driving?

   Hint

   Consider the visual contrast during daytime.

6. 6.

   Design a hypothetical road layout that incorporates both light and dark pavements for optimal visibility.

   Hint

   Think about where visibility is most crucial for safety.