HIghway Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a highway super elevation (banked curve) on a road?

• To reduce vehicle speed

• To increase drainage efficiency

• To enhance driver comfort and safety

• To minimize road construction costs

Which type of pavement design is typically used for heavy traffic loads and is characterized by a rigid structure that distributes loads over a wide area?

• Flexible pavement

• Composite pavement

• Rigid pavement

• Bituminous pavement

What is the primary function of a traffic roundabout (rotary) in highway engineering?

• To increase vehicle speeds

• To improve traffic flow and reduce congestion

• To provide pedestrian crossings

• To control traffic through traffic signals