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What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?

Aug 26, 2024, 19:57 PM
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A highway is a public road that anyone can use. A turnpike is a limited access toll road that drivers must pay a fee to use. Toll roads are financed by travelers who choose to use the road. These toll dollars go towards maintenance, construction and other operating costs.

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What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?

Aug 26, 2024, 19:57 PM
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A highway is a public road that anyone can use. A turnpike is a limited access toll road that drivers must pay a fee to use. Toll roads are financed by travelers who choose to use the road. These toll dollars go towards maintenance, construction and other operating costs.

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What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?

Aug 26, 2024, 19:57 PM
Question : What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?
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A highway is a public road that anyone can use. A turnpike is a limited access toll road that drivers must pay a fee to use. Toll roads are financed by travelers who choose to use the road. These toll dollars go towards maintenance, construction and other operating costs.

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What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?

Aug 26, 2024, 19:57 PM
Question : What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?
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A highway is a public road that anyone can use. A turnpike is a limited access toll road that drivers must pay a fee to use. Toll roads are financed by travelers who choose to use the road. These toll dollars go towards maintenance, construction and other operating costs.

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What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?

Aug 26, 2024, 19:57 PM
Question : What is the difference between a turnpike and a highway?
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A highway is a public road that anyone can use. A turnpike is a limited access toll road that drivers must pay a fee to use. Toll roads are financed by travelers who choose to use the road. These toll dollars go towards maintenance, construction and other operating costs.

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