BM/APR 2010/TPT250
UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA FINAL EXAMINATION
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FUNDAMENTALS OF TRANSPORT TPT250 APRIL 2010 3 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES 1. 2. 3. 4. This question paper consists of eight (8) questions. Answer only four (4) questions in the Answer Booklet. Start each answer on a new page. Do not bring any material into the examination room unless permission is given by the invigilator. Please check to make sure that this examination pack consists of: i) the Question Paper ii) an Answer Booklet - provided by the Faculty
DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO This examination paper consists of 3 printed pages
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QUESTION 1 Discuss how containerisation concept has helped in the handling and distribution of goods. (25 marks)
QUESTION 2 Identify the roles of transport in the development of civilization. (25 marks)
QUESTION 3 Terminals may be points of interchange within the same modal system to ensure a continuity of the flows. Choose one (1) terminal of your choice and explain the functions of terminal. (25 marks) QUESTION 4 a) Describe the characteristics of road transport. (5 marks) b) Explain how urban public transport can overcome some traffic issues. (20 marks) QUESTION 5 Public transport services are essential for smooth movement of people in cities. Discuss the characteristics of transport services that could attract the public to use public transport. (25 marks) QUESTION 6 a) b) Defined the term derived demand in transport industry. (5 marks) Discuss the benefits of park and ride scheme. (20 marks)
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QUESTION 7 Policies vary from one government to another not only between countries but also between parties in the same country. Identify method of control that could be established