Road accident 'black spots' are locations that attract more accidents by comparison with other similar locations on the road system. Speed has been identified as a key risk factor in road traffic injuries at 'black spots' influencing both the risk of a road crash as well as the severity of the injuries from the crash. Interpret FIVE (5) benefits resulting from a spot speed study at the 'black spots' location conducted during Malaysia's festival season at KM399.8 of North-South Expressway. (CO1-PO3)(C3)

Road accident 'black spots' are locations that attract more accidents by comparison with other similar locations on the road system. Speed has been identified as a key risk factor in road traffic injuries at 'black spots' influencing both the risk of a road crash as well as the severity of the injuries from the crash. Interpret FIVE (5) benefits resulting from a spot speed study at the 'black spots' location conducted during Malaysia's festival season at KM399.8 of North-South Expressway. (CO1-PO3)(C3)

Traffic and Highway Engineering

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305156241

Author:Garber, Nicholas J.

Publisher:Garber, Nicholas J.

Chapter6: Fundamental Principles Of Traffic Flow

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 23P

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