Day 3 Tracks

Question 1

Current of traffic

Answer 1

The movement of trains on a main track in one direction, as specified by special instructions

Question 2

Industry Track

Answer 2

A track, or series of tracks, serving the needs of a commercial industry other than a railroad

Question 3

Main track

Answer 3

A designated track upon which trains are operated by timetable, form L or both or the use of which is governed by block signals

Question 4

Secondary Track

Answer 4

A designated track upon which trains may be operated without timetable or form L authority, or block signals subject to the prescribed signals, rules and special instructions

Question 5

Siding

Answer 5

A designated track adjacent to a main track for the meeting or passing of trains

Question 6

Single Track

Answer 6

A main track a plan which trains are operated in both directions

Question 7

Two or More Tracks

Answer 7

Two or more main tracks upon which trains are operated as designated in the special instructions

Question 8

Yard

Answer 8

A system of tracks, other than main tracks, secondary tracks or sidings, used for making up trains, storing cars and other purposes. All movements are subject to prescribed signals, rules and special instructions

Question 9

Yard Limits

Answer 9

A portion of single main track between yard limit boards, as specified by special instructions

Question 10

Controlled Siding

Answer 10

A designated track, the entrance and exit of which are governed by home signals