TPT251 Chapter 1 Introduction to Transport

(a)   gap rise because producers and consumers are not in the same place.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of transport in society?

• Transport has no impact on social interactions.

• Transport only benefits urban areas.

• Transport is essential for economic and social development.

• Transport is solely a government responsibility.

One of the following is NOT a function of transport in economic contribution:

• opening new land for development

• expansion of market

• linking remote areas with developed ones

• slow down the industrialisation process

Keeping the nation in peace and harmony is considered as the ________ functions of transport.

• economic

• social

• political

• progressive

Which of the following is a key factor that affects the efficiency of transport systems?

• Weather conditions

• Population density

• Road infrastructure

• All of the above

(a)   gap exist as goods produced today may not be required tomorrow

Visiting relatives and friends is considered a compulsory trip.

• True

• False

Transport systems primarily contribute to the economy by enhancing __________.

• communication

• trade

• education

• healthcare

The production, distribution and consumption of goods and services is called ________________.

• economic activities

• transportation activities

• movement of goods and passengers

• consumer activities

The following are the factors that restricted people from moving or traveling far from home EXCEPT:

• limited roads

• lack of public transport

• village location far from accessible roads

• close proximity to city center