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Practice Questions
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Define transition curve.
💡 Hint: Think about how it improves driving ease.
What is a setback distance?
💡 Hint: Consider why visibility is crucial at curves.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of transition curves?
💡 Hint: Think about why sudden changes are dangerous.
True or False: Setback distances are unnecessary if there are no obstacles on the inner curve.
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of sight for all drivers.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a transition curve for a highway with a speed limit of 80 km/h and a radius of 300 m, considering super-elevation of 1:120.
💡 Hint: Remember to assess comfort and vehicle dynamics.
Analyze how insufficient setback distances could lead to accidents at a road intersection with multiple lanes and heavy traffic.
💡 Hint: Think about common intersection safety issues.
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