Practice Quantitative Factors (9.3.3.1) - Modal Split - Transportation Engineering - Vol 1

Practice: Quantitative Factors

Lesson 9.3.3.1Modal Split

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Question 1.
List the three main quantitative factors influencing transport mode choice.
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Think about what aspects can be measured.
Question 2.
What does 'relative travel time' include?
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Consider different stages of the journey.
3Question 3.
Which of the following is a quantitative factor influencing mode choice?
- Comfort
- Cost of transportation
- Influence of social factors
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Think about what can be easily measured.
4Question 4.
True or False: Availability of parking is considered a qualitative factor in transport mode choice.
- True
- False
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Remember what distinguishes qualitative from quantitative factors.
Question 5.
A transportation analyst is assessing two routes for a public transport system. Route A requires an average of 15 minutes of in-vehicle time and costs $1.50. Route B needs 25 minutes but costs $2.00. Discuss which route may be more attractive to users, considering qualitative factors as well.
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Think about how different groups may prefer speed or affordability.
Question 6.
Evaluate a downtown area where parking costs have doubled. Predict how this change might affect public transport ridership and private vehicle usage.
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Consider users with fixed budgets versus variable commute needs.

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