Practice Traffic Calming Measures For Safer Pedestrian Movement (9) - Design Philosophy for Accessibility

Practice: Traffic Calming Measures for Safer Pedestrian Movement

Lesson 9Design Philosophy for Accessibility

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What is a raised crosswalk?
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Think about how this crosswalk impacts vehicle speed.
Question 2.
Name one benefit of chicanes.
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Consider what they do to driving paths.
3Question 3.
What is the primary purpose of traffic calming measures?
- To increase driving speed
- To enhance pedestrian safety
- To reduce traffic altogether
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Consider who benefits the most from these measures.
4Question 4.
True or False: Rumble strips can interfere with the mobility of wheelchair users.
- True
- False
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Think about how different surfaces affect users.
Question 5.
Design a traffic setup for a busy intersection using all three traffic calming measures: raised crosswalks, chicanes, and neckdowns. Discuss how each feature contributes to pedestrian safety.
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Consider how each design feature interacts and affects overall traffic behavior.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of speed bumps on emergency vehicle response time in urban settings. Propose potential solutions.
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Reflect on balancing safety and urgency.

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