Infrastructure: The Easiest Hardest Problem to Fix

Infrastructure: The Easiest Hardest Problem to Fix

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The video discusses the historical and current importance of infrastructure, highlighting the challenges faced in funding and maintaining it. It covers the development of the Interstate Highway System and the role of government in infrastructure funding. The video also explores potential solutions like mileage-based fees and the political challenges in implementing them.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant source of funding for the Interstate Highway System initiated by President Eisenhower?

Sales tax on vehicles

State property taxes

Federal income tax

Increased tax on motor fuels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which historical figure emphasized the importance of infrastructure in The Federalist Papers?

Benjamin Franklin

Thomas Jefferson

George Washington

Alexander Hamilton

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What grade do civil engineers often give to America's roads and bridges?

D+

C

B

A

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one proposed method to address the funding shortfall for infrastructure?

Cut federal spending

Raise sales tax

Implement a mileage-based fee

Increase property taxes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major political challenge in implementing new infrastructure funding solutions?

Lack of public interest

Political disagreements and investigations

Insufficient technology

Opposition from civil engineers