Explore topic-wise MCQs in Traffic Engineering.

This section includes 14 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Traffic Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Cross-sections are designed every 30.5 m along the length and at the point that forms a transition.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
2.

Which of the following is an important consideration for designing cross-sections of a highway?

A. Superelevation
B. Topography
C. Forecast demand volumes
D. Sub-surface conditions
Answer» B. Topography
3.

Which of the following is a primary design criterion for vertical curves?

A. Drainage
B. Forecast demand volumes
C. Sub-surface conditions
D. Natural barriers
Answer» B. Forecast demand volumes
4.

What is the unit of Grade in a vertical alignment?

A. Meter
B. Hectare
C. Dimensionless
D. Kilograms
Answer» D. Kilograms
5.

Which of the following is not an Engineering factor?

A. Topography
B. Natural barriers
C. Forecast demand volumes
D. Drainage patterns
Answer» D. Drainage patterns
6.

Which of the following is an important consideration for designing Horizontal alignment?

A. Social consideration
B. Aesthetics
C. Maintenance of comfortable operations
D. Superelevation
Answer» B. Aesthetics
7.

Which of the following is not a primary element of the geometry of a highway section?

A. Horizontal alignment
B. Vertical alignment
C. Cross-sectional element
D. Traffic Signals
Answer» E.
8.

Coordinated signals provided for continuous progressive movement at appropriate speed strengthens the function of arterial.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
9.

The function of arterial can be strengthened by which of the following options?

A. Incorporating sharp curvature
B. Use of cul-de-sacs
C. Not having any residence in front of collector
D. Limiting the number of locations of entry and exit on the arterial
Answer» E.
10.

Arterials are surface facilities designed essentially for through movement and not permitting any access to abutting land.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
11.

Which class of highway classification provides 100% mobility?

A. Arterials
B. Collectors
C. Limited-access facilities
D. Local street
Answer» D. Local street
12.

In how many groups are highways classified based on access and mobility?

A. 3
B. 4
C. 6
D. 2
Answer» C. 6
13.

Which travel movement occurs when vehicle transfers from the through portion of trip to the remaining travel movement functions?

A. Main Movement
B. Access
C. Transition
D. Distribution
Answer» D. Distribution
14.

How many travel movements are present on a typical trip?

A. 5
B. 6
C. 3
D. 2
Answer» C. 3