The 'Origin-Destination' (O-D) survey in transportation planning is used to:
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Measure road pavement strength
Determine travel patterns (where trips originate and terminate) for transportation demand modelling and planning
Count number of vehicles per hour
Measure road widths only
Correct Answer
B. Determine travel patterns (where trips originate and terminate) for transportation demand modelling and planning
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O-D survey: determines travel patterns — where trips start (origin) and end (destination). Methods: roadside interview, home interview, postcard survey, GPS tracking, license plate matching. Data used for: trip generation, trip distribution, mode choice, traffic assignment (4-step urban transport model). Used to plan new roads, transit, and manage traffic demand.
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