Transportation Engineering – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. 109. What is a "channel" in water transport?

   • A. A TV channel
   • B. A dug or natural waterway for navigation
   • C. A type of ship
   • D. A communication device

2. 110. The "bulk cargo" refers to:

   • A. Cargo packed in small boxes
   • B. Cargo transported in large quantities without packaging
   • C. Liquid cargo only
   • D. Fragile cargo

3. 111. What is "intermodal transport"?

   • A. Transport using only one mode
   • B. Transport involving the use of two or more modes of transport without handling the cargo itself when changing modes
   • C. Transport of passengers only
   • D. Transport of hazardous materials

4. 112. What is the "depth of water" required for a port?

   • A. Depends on the type of cargo
   • B. Depends on the size and draft of the vessels using the port
   • C. Always a fixed value
   • D. Depends on the weather

5. 113. The "environmental impact assessment (EIA)" for transportation projects evaluates:

   • A. Only economic benefits
   • B. The potential environmental effects of a proposed project
   • C. Traffic volume
   • D. The cost of construction

6. 114. What is "public private partnership (PPP)" in transportation?

   • A. Only government funding for projects
   • B. A collaboration between government and private sector for infrastructure projects
   • C. Only private sector funding
   • D. Funding from international organizations only

7. 115. The "ITS" in transportation refers to:

   • A. Integrated Traffic Signals
   • B. Intelligent Transportation Systems
   • C. Indian Transportation Standards
   • D. International Travel System

8. 116. What is "GIS" used for in transportation planning?

   • A. Geographical Information Systems for mapping and spatial analysis
   • B. Global Internet Services
   • C. Government Information Standards
   • D. General Inspection Services

9. 117. The "economic viability" of a transportation project considers:

   • A. Only environmental factors
   • B. Financial costs and benefits
   • C. Only social impacts
   • D. Only technical feasibility

10. 118. What is "sustainable transportation"?

    • A. Transportation that is solely reliant on fossil fuels
    • B. Transportation that minimizes environmental impact and promotes social equity and economic efficiency
    • C. Transportation that uses only bicycles
    • D. Transportation that is expensive

11. 119. The "toll roads" are primarily built to:

    • A. Provide free travel
    • B. Generate revenue for construction and maintenance
    • C. Reduce traffic
    • D. Increase pollution

12. 120. What is "modal split" in transportation planning?

    • A. The division of traffic between different modes of transport
    • B. The separation of different types of vehicles
    • C. The number of lanes on a road
    • D. The distribution of goods