CME CME Transportation Engineering & Traffic Management 3

Question 1

In transportation planning, what is a 'complete streets' policy designed to achieve?

Accepted Answer

Design roads to safely accommodate all users—pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and motorists

Answer

Complete streets policies require transportation networks to be planned and designed for all users and modes, not just automobiles.

Question 2

What is the typical minimum design stopping sight distance for a road with a 45 mph design speed according to AASHTO?

Accepted Answer

305 feet

Answer

AASHTO specifies approximately 305 feet of stopping sight distance for a 45 mph design speed based on perception-reaction time and braking distance.

Question 3

Which agency oversees the National Highway System (NHS) and provides federal highway funding to municipalities?

Accepted Answer

FHWA (Federal Highway Administration)

Answer

The FHWA, part of USDOT, administers federal highway funding programs and sets standards for federally funded roadway projects.

Question 4

What does 'induced demand' mean in the context of highway capacity expansions?

Accepted Answer

New vehicle trips generated by the addition of road capacity that would not have occurred otherwise

Answer

Induced demand refers to the phenomenon where expanding road capacity generates new vehicle trips, often negating congestion relief over time.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a road diet (lane reduction)?

Accepted Answer

Improve safety and multimodal use by repurposing excess vehicle lanes

Answer

A road diet converts excess vehicle lanes to uses such as bike lanes, turn lanes, or wider sidewalks, typically improving safety and multimodal access.

(CME) Certified Municipal Engineer Practice Test

(CME) Certified Municipal Engineer Practice Test

CME CME Transportation Engineering & Traffic Management 3