Road accidents

drives a 2016 Cadillac Escalade with a V8 engine and 420 HP, or a large vehicle like it, it could result in a fatal accident for the pedestrians. A small vehicle, like a 2016 Hundai Elantra could still be fatal, or…

Driving is an activity that is common. Some areas have heavier congestion than others. Externalities are associated with various areas in the economy including congested roads. The answer to this question will focus on externalities associated with additional individual's driving on a congested road. This question will also give some ideas on how tolls may help alleviate this externality, where tolls are not helpful, and how they may be set. Externalities in the field of economics are either…

this time of the morning. “137 and back-up unit respond to a 10-82 in progress at 1234 River Road.” “10-4 central, I am en route from Bellefield Road.” I had just pulled into my driveway from working and long and cold night shift. I was extremely tired and I just wanted to go to bed. I was planning to sit there in my driveway until the next shift signed on, around 5:30 a.m. I did not want to go back on the road. I was so sleepy but now there was work to be done. “137 to 115, called my deputy.…

I interviewed two (2) Broward County residents who are active bicycle riders. Their thoughts regarding Broward County’s sustainable transportation options to include transportation for bicycle riders follows; • Personal communication from Mr. Dan Braun who is a cyclist and user of Broward County parks: “Broward County parks are a great place to cycle. Sometimes it is a challenge as joggers, runners and walkers share the same sidewalk as the cyclists. Cycling is a good exercise for me and is a…

1) Can you describe how you typically get around on campus (by foot/bike/car) from the moment you arrive on campus until the moment you leave campus? What do you do when you get to campus? How do you interact with other users of the road (e.g., pedestrians, cyclists, drivers – for example, whether and how you stop for them)? Interviewee #1: I get around campus by foot. I live near campus, so I typically take the bus every so often to and from campus, but if not I just walk. I usually get to…

a truck is dangerous but, oil field trucking is even more so! Now you might be saying to yourself, “That isn’t true”, but let me tell you: Well it is!! Now, here comes the other argument: What about firefighters, hazmat drivers, police officers,ica road trucking and such? I will admit their jobs are dangerous, but not more than oil field trucking! So, here are a few numbers to support my claim An estimated 41% of ALLfatal work-related deaths were in the transportation industry! By their…

Brushing cats teeth: its importance, necessity and benefits Description: If you are wondering how to brush teeth of you cat then you can buy tooth cleaning kits online or speak to your local vet who could do the job. If you are a pet lover then having furry friends at your home may be a common thing for you. Those who have recently tried to attest their love for pets and have just welcomed a feline in their home, they must know the tips and tricks to keep the cat healthy and hygienic. Brushing…

If there had been anyone else who could drive, I would never have agreed. I was 22, and had only driven a car five times in my life: once at 12, I’d driven 20 feet in my uncle’s beater; once at 15 I’d driven back roads in a Ford Bronco; and thrice, recently, I’d practiced in parking lots and backroads using my grandmother’s old Toyota Sienna minivan. I had gotten a learner's permit a few months before, but finding someone to teach me had proved difficult. Four…

History In the earliest cycling days there were many head injuries. As more roads were paved the likelihood of head injuries increased. In the 1800’s high-wheel users in clubs realized head injuries were a problem so they started wearing pith helmets. Pith is a crushable material and would probably break up on contact but it was likely the best material available. There weren’t many cars so they only needed protection against one impact. After the pith helmets came, helmets made of strips of…

I began my day like any other day. I woke up, I brushed my teeth and I got in my van to go to work but, something felt different today. Could it have been the three car accidents or the three red lights the caught me? No. When I was driving I happened to of run over something. I was frightened, I have never run over anything in my entire life. I looked in my rear-view mirror as I was driving away and the image I viewed was hideous. It was a crushed goose with its feathers flying everywhere and…