Urban Sprawl and Transportation Quiz

What is a direct result of urban sprawl on transportation?

• More cycling in city centres

• Higher car dependence and longer travel distances

• Increase in population density

• Shorter commute times

Which area type typically lacks public transport, contributing to sprawl problems?

• Established Residential Zones (ERZs)

• Coastal towns

• New Growth Zones (NGZs)

• Industrial parks

Why does urban sprawl often result in higher infrastructure costs?

• Rural areas already have infrastructure

• Greenfield developments require new services like water and electricity

• High-rise apartments use fewer resources

• Coastal suburbs have better planning

What causes increased congestion on roads during peak hours?

• Train station upgrades

• People working closer to home

• Job concentration in the CBD

• Use of electric vehicles

Which of the following is not a common outcome of urban sprawl?

• Habitat destruction

• Increased density

• Urban shadow effect

• Land use conflict

How does poor transport planning worsen sprawl effects?

• It reduces road traffic

• It delays flight schedules

• It limits access to jobs and services, making car travel essential

• It encourages local food production

Which planning mistake encourages more fringe development?

• Rail investment in activity centres

• TODs

• Expanding freeways without land use restrictions

• Infill housing

Why does decentralising employment reduce transport pressure?

• People shop locally

• People stop using trains

• People can work closer to home

• It increases urban sprawl

What is one reason NGZ residents rely heavily on cars?

• Suburbs are located in central Perth

• They lack reliable public transport options

• They live near multiple rail stations

• Their density is too high

The link between urban sprawl and congestion is strongest when:

• High-rise apartments are common

• Public transport is well developed

• Commuters travel long distances to the CBD daily

• Housing is limited to infill projects