6.5.2. Road side interviews

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary purpose of roadside interviews?

   Hint

   Think about what household surveys might miss.

2. 2.

   Name one type of information collected during roadside interviews.

   Hint

   Remember what participants are often asked.

3. 3.

   What is the main focus of roadside interviews?

   • Collecting data from households
   • Understanding travel patterns from fleeting interactions
   • Gathering data solely from public transport users

   Hint

   Focus on the nature of the interview participants.

4. 4.

   True or False: Roadside interviews often collect more data than household surveys.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the scope of both methods.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with designing a roadside interview project targeting a new suburban development. What factors would you consider in selecting interview locations?

   Hint

   Think about where traffic is heaviest and the types of demographics likely to visit those areas.

6. 6.

   Analyze how a researcher could balance the need for data depth and quick responses in roadside interviews. Provide strategies.

   Hint

   Consider what type of questions provide essential information swiftly.