Civil Engineering MCQCivil Engineering (Shared)
Sudden reduction in carriageway width without advance warning is undesirable because it:
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Choose the correct answer
A
Improves drainage only
B
Creates a bottleneck and conflict zone
C
Reduces accident risk
D
Improves LOS
Correct Answer
B. Creates a bottleneck and conflict zone
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Abrupt lane/width change surprises drivers and increases conflict. Reference: IRC geometric design - transitions and traffic safety practice Geometric Design of Urban Roads
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