Which of the following strategies is most likely to reduce reliance on cars for transport?Group of answer choicesImprove infrastructure such as sidewalks, crosswalks, medians and bicycle lanes within communitiesIntroduce taxes for drivers who use their car for short tripsLower the speed limit in areas of high pedestrian activityChange insurance policies to assume that the driver is at fault in an accident between a car and a pedestrian/cyclist

Which of the following strategies to promote active transportation poses the greatest safety hazard to commuters?Group of answer choicesIncrease funding and efforts to improve road designEncourage the general public to walk and cycle for transport even in unsafe environmentsModify the built environment in areas with heavy traffic and a history of crashes/accidentsRestrict mobile phone use for drivers and pedestrians, including the enforcement of "mobile phone free zones"

Which of the following is most likely to reduce traffic accidents?A.More busesB.Louder police sirensC.Traffic congestionD.Traffic camerasSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which strategy would best reduce the risk of automobile accidents?A.Obeying traffic lawsB.Adding comprehensive auto insuranceC.Engaging in a strict exercise regimenD.Texting while drivingSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

The following articleLinks to an external site. discusses arguments against cycle lanes and infrastructure. State whether each statement is true or false.Group of answer choicesAn increase in cycling infrastructure would increase congestion on roads, thus worsening pollutionCyclists contribute to fewer pedestrian deaths and injuries than do motor vehiclesAn increase in cycling infrastructure would reduce the opportunity for disadvantaged populations (such as women and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds) to be active

Why is less reliance on cars (even electric), and greater use of solutions such as public transport, an important way to reduce emissions? Select ALL correct optionsGreater use of public transport will mean less demand for petrol and vehicles.1Swapping all cars for electric vehicles requires more resources than we have, and would cause more damage.2Cars produce oxygen and remove carbon dioxide, so more cars are actually better.