9.1. Overview

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is modal split?

   Hint

   Think about how trips are categorized.

2. 2.

   Name one factor that influences mode choice.

   Hint

   Consider characteristics of the trip maker.

3. 3.

   What does modal split refer to?

   • The preference for one mode of transport
   • The balance of trips across different transport modes
   • The efficiency of a transport system

   Hint

   Focus on what it means to split and how it applies to transportation.

4. 4.

   True or False: A binary mode choice model only considers one mode of transport.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the nature of binary options.

5. 5.

   You are a transportation planner tasked with increasing public transport usage in a city. Identify three strategies for making public transport more attractive, considering the factors influencing mode choice.

   Hint

   Think about what would make someone prefer the bus over their car.

6. 6.

   Analyze a scenario where a sudden economic downturn decreases household incomes. Predict the likely impact on public transport mode choice.

   Hint

   Reflect on financial priorities and travel habits during economic changes.