The primary goal of transportation planning is to minimize traffic congestion by optimizing the flow of vehicles and people through a transportation system.

Walking is not considered a mode of transportation in the context of transportation planning, as it does not involve the use of a vehicle.

Transportation planning is the term used to describe the process of planning and designing transportation systems, including roads, highways, public transportation, and other infrastructure.

The cost of construction is not typically a factor considered in transportation planning, as it is more relevant to the implementation phase of a transportation project.

Traffic engineering is the term used to describe the process of managing and controlling traffic flow, including the design of traffic signals, road markings, and other traffic control devices.

Economic models are not typically used in transportation planning, as they are more relevant to economic analysis and forecasting.

Transportation land use planning is the term used to describe the process of integrating transportation planning with land use planning, ensuring that transportation systems are compatible with the surrounding land uses.

Increased cost of transportation is not a benefit of transportation planning, as it is more likely to be a result of poor planning or implementation.

Environmental impact assessment is the term used to describe the process of evaluating the environmental impact of transportation projects, including air pollution, noise pollution, and water pollution.

Buildings are not considered transportation infrastructure, as they are not used for the movement of people or goods.

Regional transportation planning is the term used to describe the process of planning and designing transportation systems for a specific region, taking into account the needs of multiple communities and jurisdictions.

Environmental policy is not a type of transportation policy, as it is more focused on protecting the environment rather than managing transportation systems.

Transportation management is the term used to describe the process of managing and operating transportation systems, including the coordination of different modes of transportation and the provision of transportation services.

Smartphones are not considered transportation technology, as they are not used for the movement of people or goods.

Urban transportation planning is the term used to describe the process of planning and designing transportation systems for a specific city, taking into account the unique needs and characteristics of the urban environment.