MTO Public Transportation Systems 3

Question 1

What is 'transit-oriented development' (TOD)?

Accepted Answer

Mixed-use, walkable development centered around transit stations

Answer

TOD is a planning strategy that concentrates mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly development around transit hubs to increase ridership and reduce car dependency.

Question 2

Which rail technology uses magnetic levitation to eliminate wheel-to-rail contact?

Accepted Answer

Maglev

Answer

Maglev (magnetic levitation) trains use electromagnetic forces to levitate and propel the vehicle, eliminating friction from wheel-rail contact.

Question 3

What is 'peak-hour' service in public transportation?

Accepted Answer

Increased frequency during morning and evening commute times

Answer

Peak-hour service refers to more frequent transit departures scheduled during high-demand morning and evening rush hours.

Question 4

When a transit agency says a route has a 'load factor' of 1.2, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle is carrying 20% more passengers than its seated capacity

Answer

A load factor above 1.0 means the vehicle is carrying more passengers than its seated capacity, indicating standing passengers are present.

Question 5

Which emission standard applies specifically to transit buses in the United States?

Accepted Answer

EPA 2010 Heavy-Duty Engine Standards

Answer

The EPA 2010 Heavy-Duty Engine Standards set strict NOx and particulate matter limits that apply to transit bus engines across the U.S.

MTO - Ministry of Transportation Practice Test

MTO - Ministry of Transportation Practice Test

MTO Public Transportation Systems 3