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SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION QUIZ

Multiple Choice

Widening sidewalks in dense urban areas hurts local businesses by reducing access for customers.

• True

• False

​This myth overlooks how pedestrian-friendly infrastructure increases footfall, dwell time, and local spending. Well-designed sidewalks improve safety and accesibility, often benefiting street-level commerce more than car-oriented access.

Multiple Choice

Which indicator is most appropriate for assessing the success of a sidewalk-widening project in a commercial area?

• Average vehicle speed on adjacent roads

• Number of parking spaces removed

• Pedestrian count and dwell time

• Fuel consumption in the neighbourhood

​Pedestrian volume and dwell time directly reflect how people use and benefit from improved walking infrastructure, making them stronger indicators of economic and social success than car-oriented metrics.

Multiple Choice

Investment in pedestrian-friendly infrastructure primarily benefits tourists rathet than local residents.

• True

• False

​Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure improves daily mobility for residents by enhancing safety, health outcomes, and access to local services. While tourists may also benefit, the primary gains are experienced by people who live and work in the area.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why pedestrian-friendly streets often improve local business performance?

• Pedestrian-friendly streets eliminate the need for public transport

• Walkable environments increase visibility, footfall, and impulse purchases

• Most customers prefer walking long distances with heavy goods

• Vehicle restrictions force people to shop locally

​Pedestrian-friendly design encourages people to linger, window-shop, and make unplanned purchases, increasing overall economic activity without relying on car access