4.6.1 - Road surface
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Practice Questions
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What is pavement roughness?
💡 Hint: Think about how it feels to drive on a rough vs. smooth road.
Why is lighting important for roads?
💡 Hint: Consider driving at night and not seeing obstacles without lights.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary reason for using smoother pavement on highways?
💡 Hint: Think about how it feels to drive on a bumpy road vs. a smooth one.
Is nighttime visibility important for road safety?
💡 Hint: Consider driving at night without lights.
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Design a road segment for a high-traffic urban area. Detail the pavement type, color, and lighting considerations needed to ensure safety and comfort.
💡 Hint: Consider high load and visibility needs specific to urban settings.
Discuss the trade-offs between using lighter versus darker pavement colors concerning visibility and temperature effects.
💡 Hint: Think about how colors interact with sunlight and road user perceptions.
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