Test

Question 0

Articulated

Answer 0

Permanently connected multiple unit cars that share a common truck.

Question 1

Absolute Signal

Answer 1

A block or interlocking signal without a number plate, or designated by an A marker.

Question 2

Block

Answer 2

A length of track between consecutive blocks signals, between a block signal and the end of block system limits, or in ATC limits the use of which is governed by cab signals and or block signals

Question 3

Block system

Answer 3

A block or series of consecutive blocks within ABS, ACS, CTC, or interlocking limits

Question 4

Centralized traffic control

Answer 4

A block system that uses block signal indications to authorize train movements

Question 5

Conductor

Answer 5

Employee in charge of train or yard movement

Question 6

Control operator

Answer 6

Employee assigned to operate a CTC or interlocking control machine or authorized to grant track permits

Question 7

Control point

Answer 7

The location of absolute signals controlled by a control operator

Question 8

Controlled siding

Answer 8

A siding within CTC or interlocking limits where a signal indication authorizes the siding’s use

Question 9

Controlled signal

Answer 9

An absolute signal controlled by a control operator

Question 10

Crossover

Answer 10

A track connection between two adjacent tracks consisting of two switches which is intended to be used primarily for the purpose of crossing over from one track to the other

Question 11

Distant signal

Answer 11

A fixed signal outside a block system that governs the approach to a block signal, interlocking signal, or switchpoint indicator. A distant signal does not indicate conditions that affect track use between the distant signal and block or interlocking signals or between distant signal and switch point indicator. A distant signal is identified by a B.

Question 12

Double track

Answer 12

Two main tracks where the current of traffic on one track is in a specified direction and in the opposite direction on the other.

Question 13

Dual control switch

Answer 13

A power operated switch movable point frog or Derail that can also be operated by hand

Question 14

Engine

Answer 14

A unit propelled by any form of energy or more than one of these units operated from a single control. Engines are used in train or yard service. Rules that apply to engines also apply to cab control cars.

Question 15

Fixed signal

Answer 15

A signal that is fixed to a location permanently and that indicates a condition affecting train movement.

Question 16

Foreman

Answer 16

Employee in charge of work.

Question 17

Main track

Answer 17

A track extending through yards and between stations that must not be occupied without authority or protection.

Question 18

Men or equipment

Answer 18

A term referring to engineering department employees and their related equipment.

Question 19

Multiple main tracks

Answer 19

Two or more main tracks that are used according to the timetable

Question 20

Proceed indication

Answer 20

Any block signal indication that allows a train to proceed without stopping

Question 21

Radio blocking

Answer 21

A method to establish an absolute block for a following training in non-signaled territory by direct communication with a preceding train.

Question 22

Reverse movement

Answer 22

A movement opposite the authorized direction.

Question 23

Signal aspect

Answer 23

The appearance of a fixed or cab signal

Question 24

Signal indication

Answer 24

The action required by the signal aspect

Question 25

Single track

Answer 25

A main track where trains are operated in both directions.

Question 26

Special instructions

Answer 26

Instructions contained in the timetable or other publications

Question 27

Timetable

Answer 27

A publication with instructions on train, engine, or equipment movement. It also contains other essential information.

Question 28

Track bulletin

Answer 28

A notice of conditions affecting train movement. It may also authorize movement against the current of traffic were Rule 9.14 (movement with the current of traffic) is in affect.

Question 29

Trackside warning detector

Answer 29

A device that indicates conditions such as overheated journals, dragging equipment, excess dimensions, shifted loads, high water, or slides

Question 30

Train

Answer 30

One or more engines coupled with or without cars displaying a marker and authorized to operate on the main track. A term that when used in connection with speed restrictions flagging protection and the observance of all signals and signal rules also applies to engines.

Question 31

Train coordination

Answer 31

Working limits established by a roadway worker through the use of a train’s authority on a main track or other track where specific authority is required from a control operator or train dispatcher.

Question 32

Working limits

Answer 32

A segment of track within definite boundaries on which movements may be made only as permitted by the employee in charge. Boundaries may be established using mile posts, station signs, timetable locations, or clearly identifiable points.

Question 33

Yard

Answer 33

A system of tracks other then main tracks and sidings used for making up trains, storing cars, and other purposes