Intro to Pavement Eng

Two types of road pavements

• Flexible pavement

• Hard pavement

• Rigid pavement

• Semi-rigid pavement

What is the function of pavement?

• Provide vehicle access between two points under all-weather conditions

• Reduce the traffic loading and as not to damage the subgrade.

• Uncontrol environmental and aesthetics requirement.

• Increase the noise and water pollution condition

Which two continents were connected by the Silk Road?

• Asia and Europe

• Asia and Africa

• North America and Australia

• Africa and South America

Answer explanation

The Silk Road connected Asia and Europe, making it possible for trade and cultural exchange between the two continents.

1.  Macadam roads were

•      Named after John Loudon MacAdam
•      Made of stones and a binder
•      Made with stones and tar
• A and B

Why did the Romans make roads?

• to get around faster

• for military use

• just for decoration

What was the first road to be constructed by the Romans?

• The Mall

• Highway 45

• Appian Way

• a dirt raod

What material was NOT typically used in the construction of Roman road surfaces?

• Wood

• Iron ore

• Pebbles

• Gravel

The following list is FOUR (4) road categories in Malaysia EXCEPT

• Rural / Small Road

• Toll Highway

• Council / City Council

• Felda Road

Roads can be categorized to FIVE types based on the source of funding for construction and maintenance EXCEPT:

• Toll Highway

• Federal Road

• Gravel Road

• Rural road

Agencies That Involve In Highway Construction

• Economic Planning Unit

• Road and Highway Planning Unit

• Malaysian Highway Authority

• Department of Environment