Csx FFA Career Show Quiz
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How many truckloads can a single freight train carry?
- A.
50 truckloads
- B.
110 truckloads
- C.
225 truckloads
- D.
280 truckloads
Correct Answer
D. 280 truckloadsExplanation
A single freight train can carry 280 truckloads. This means that the train has the capacity to transport a large amount of goods and materials. By utilizing trains for transportation, it is possible to move a significant amount of cargo efficiently and in a cost-effective manner.Rate this question:
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The CSX Trees for Tracks Program has a goal of planting 1 tree for every mile of track in our system for a total of how many trees by 2014?
- A.
5,000 trees
- B.
10,000 trees
- C.
15,000 trees
- D.
21,000 trees
Correct Answer
D. 21,000 treesExplanation
The CSX Trees for Tracks Program aims to plant 1 tree for every mile of track in their system. The question asks for the total number of trees that will be planted by 2014. The correct answer is 21,000 trees, indicating that the program plans to plant a significant number of trees by that year.Rate this question:
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How far can a CSX train pull one ton of freight on a gallon of fuel?
- A.
25 miles
- B.
100 miles
- C.
250 miles
- D.
500 miles
Correct Answer
D. 500 milesExplanation
A CSX train can pull one ton of freight for a distance of 500 miles on a gallon of fuel. This suggests that CSX trains are highly efficient in terms of fuel consumption. They are able to transport a significant amount of freight over long distances using a relatively small amount of fuel. This efficiency is likely due to the use of advanced technology and engineering in the design of CSX trains.Rate this question:
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Which of the following agriculture-related goods does CSX transport?
- A.
Farm Equipment
- B.
Fertilizer
- C.
Grain
- D.
Food
- E.
All of the above
- F.
None of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
CSX transports all of the above agriculture-related goods, including farm equipment, fertilizer, grain, and food. This means that CSX plays a crucial role in the transportation of various agricultural products, supporting the agricultural industry and ensuring that these goods reach their destinations efficiently.Rate this question:
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To which restaurant chain(s) does CSX transport French Fries?
- A.
Burger King
- B.
Wendy's
- C.
McDonald's
- D.
Five Guys Burger and Fries
- E.
All of the above
- F.
None of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
CSX transports French Fries to all of the mentioned restaurant chains: Burger King, Wendy's, McDonald's, and Five Guys Burger and Fries.Rate this question:
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How many gallons of juice does Tropicana rail to the Northeast each year?
- A.
75,000,000 gallons
- B.
150,000,000 gallons
- C.
175,000,000 gallons
- D.
200,000,000 gallons
Correct Answer
C. 175,000,000 gallonsExplanation
Tropicana rails 175,000,000 gallons of juice to the Northeast each year.Rate this question:
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How many apples are shipped by rail each year?
- A.
18 million
- B.
633 million
- C.
970 million
- D.
1.3 billion
Correct Answer
D. 1.3 billionExplanation
The correct answer is 1.3 billion. This suggests that a significant number of apples are shipped by rail each year. The quantity of 1.3 billion indicates a large-scale operation, highlighting the importance of rail transportation in the apple shipping industry.Rate this question:
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How many miles of track does CSX operate and maintain in Indiana alone?
- A.
2,700 miles
- B.
3,300 miles
- C.
4,000 miles
- D.
4,100 miles
Correct Answer
A. 2,700 milesExplanation
CSX operates and maintains 2,700 miles of track in Indiana alone.Rate this question:
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In CSX’s over 21,000 route-mile rail network, how many states are served?
- A.
12
- B.
15
- C.
23
- D.
28
- E.
50
Correct Answer
C. 23Explanation
CSX serves 23 states in its over 21,000 route-mile rail network.Rate this question:
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Which of the following food items are not hauled by CSX today?
- A.
Lettuce
- B.
Ketchup
- C.
Yogurt
- D.
Beans
- E.
All are carried by CSX today
- F.
None are carried by CSX today
Correct Answer
E. All are carried by CSX todayExplanation
CSX carries all of the food items mentioned in the question, including lettuce, ketchup, yogurt, and beans.Rate this question:
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If you could load up all of the food that CSX ships each year into shopping carts, then line up the carts end-to-end, the line would stretch:
- A.
Almost two times around the world
- B.
Across the Atlantic Ocean
- C.
From Miami to Los Angeles
- D.
Across 10 football fields
Correct Answer
A. Almost two times around the worldExplanation
If all the food that CSX ships each year could be loaded into shopping carts and lined up end-to-end, the line would stretch almost two times around the world. This suggests that CSX ships a significant amount of food annually, enough to cover a distance that is almost equivalent to circling the Earth twice.Rate this question:
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How many times on average is a railcar of fresh produce being delivered on the East Coast?
- A.
About once an hour
- B.
About once a day
- C.
About once a week
- D.
About once a month
Correct Answer
A. About once an hourExplanation
The correct answer is "About once an hour." This suggests that fresh produce is being delivered frequently on the East Coast, indicating a high demand and efficient transportation system. This frequency implies that there is a consistent supply of fresh produce available to meet the needs of consumers in the region.Rate this question:
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CSX hauls the most of this product from California to the East Coast every year:
- A.
Wine
- B.
Canned fruit
- C.
Tomato products
- D.
Fresh oranges
Correct Answer
C. Tomato productsExplanation
CSX hauls the most tomato products from California to the East Coast every year. This suggests that tomato products have a high demand and are frequently transported from the West Coast to the East Coast. It could be due to the popularity of tomato-based products such as sauces, soups, and canned tomatoes in the East Coast market. Additionally, tomatoes are perishable and need to be transported quickly, making rail transportation a viable option.Rate this question:
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CSX regularly transports wood pellets for use as fuel. How many pellets can a CSX pellet car hold?
- A.
11 million
- B.
25.6 million
- C.
50.8 million
- D.
92.5 million
Correct Answer
D. 92.5 millionExplanation
A CSX pellet car can hold 92.5 million wood pellets.Rate this question:
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