Acknowledgement

First of all, the researchers would like to thank God Almighty for without His grace and

blessing, this study would not have been possible.

This research is made possible through the help of different people guiding and aiding the

researchers from the beginning until the end. The researchers would like to thank:

Engr. Angelo M. Betache, thesis professor that presents the basic information about how

to write a thesis paper.

Engr. Nimfa O. Rodriguez, thesis adviser for constant coaching on what to do and what

to write on the paper.

Engr. Jeonel S. Lumbab, Civil Engineering chairman, for the support to pursue and

continue on sailing the path which the researchers choose.

Higher authorities like Department of Public Works and Highways Region VII and Cebu

City Transportation Office for orienting the researchers about the methods of traffic analysis and

giving standard data to be used.

And finally, to the researchers’ friends, family and relatives for constant and never-

ending support.

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