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What does the word 'intersection' mean?
The point at which two streets meet or cross on another.
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4-way intersection
Cars approach the intersection, stop for a moment waiting for a safe time to proceed. Once the driver decides it is safe to move forward, the vehicle following must stop and wait to proceed. What is the control?
Stop Sign
What does the word 'analysis' mean?
To examine.
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3-way intersection
On one street at the intersection, a surge of vehicles all drive at once. The other street remains stopped and idling. This switches after the control changes. What is the control?
Traffic Signal/Light
To be seen at the traffic corner by drivers and for the pedestrian to adequately hear/see the traffic at the intersection.
Off-Set
4-way intersection that does not make a perfect plus shape
Traffic moves through the intersection without coming to a full stop. The drivers slow to make sure it is safe to continue before entering the intersection. What is the control?
Uncontrolled
What does the word 'volume' mean? What are the three different volume amounts?
The amount of traffic present at an intersection. None-light, light-moderate, and moderate-high.