34.1. Overview

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is microscopic modeling?

   Hint

   Think about the details in traffic.

2. 2.

   What does distance headway refer to?

   Hint

   Consider how safe distance is maintained.

3. 3.

   What does microscopic modeling focus on?

   • A. Individual drivers
   • B. Traffic signals
   • C. Road maps

   Hint

   It's about the individual, not the group.

4. 4.

   True or false: Distance headway is the space between the lead and following vehicle.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about spacing safety.

5. 5.

   Consider a scenario where a vehicle experiences sudden braking due to an obstacle. Discuss how microscopic modeling can help predict the behavior of the following vehicle.

   Hint

   Think about how distances and time intervals affect reactions.

6. 6.

   Using the insights from distance headway, design a safety campaign to educate drivers on maintaining safe following distances.

   Hint

   Consider how to visualize distances in practical terms.