WMATA Rail Systems 3

Question 1

When a Metrorail train must be evacuated in a tunnel, passengers should generally be directed toward:

Accepted Answer

The nearest station along the safest path away from hazards

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The center of the tunnel

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The third rail side

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An adjacent moving track

Question 2

What does a switch (turnout) allow a train to do?

Accepted Answer

Move from one track to another

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Increase its top speed

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Recharge its motors

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Change its fare zone

Question 3

The 'foul time' or 'foul zone' near a track refers to the area where a worker:

Accepted Answer

Could be struck by a passing train

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Can safely stand during operations

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Must store tools

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Boards the train

Question 4

On rail systems, a 'dead man' control or alerter requires the operator to:

Accepted Answer

Periodically respond to prove they are alert

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Pay a toll

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Sound the horn at every station

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Manually open the doors

Question 5

Why are rail expansion joints used on track?

Accepted Answer

To accommodate thermal expansion and contraction of the rail

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To brake the train

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To collect fares

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To anchor signals

Question 6

A train operator approaching a station should begin braking based on:

Accepted Answer

Marker boards and speed restrictions for a smooth, on-target stop

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The color of the platform

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Passenger requests only

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The time of day

Question 7

What is the function of a 'trip stop' or train stop device beside the track?

Accepted Answer

To automatically apply brakes if a train passes a stop signal

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To dispense water

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To clean the wheels

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To measure passenger count