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What are 3 advantages disadvantages of using public transportation?

Some typical benefits include universal accessibility for most citizens in the city, the absence of car maintenance fees, and being able to lower a community's pollution. Some of the drawbacks, however, include congested trains and buses, and erratic arrival and departure schedules.



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Here's a look at eight transportation benefits to consider:
  • Improves Community Health. ...
  • Economic Benefits to the Community. ...
  • Improves Fuel Efficiency. ...
  • Public Transportation Reduces Air Pollution. ...
  • Improves Road Congestion. ...
  • Improves Community Mobility. ...
  • Provides an Equitable Transportation System.


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Disadvantages of Transportation
  • Air Pollution: Transportation is a major contributor to air pollution. ...
  • Noise Pollution: Transportation traffic significantly contributes to noise pollution. ...
  • Congestion: Traffic congestion is a common problem in cities and densely populated areas.


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Transportation also leads to noise pollution, water pollution, and affects ecosystems through multiple direct and indirect interactions. With the continuous growth in transportation, increasingly shifting to high-speed transportation modes, these externalities are expected to grow.

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Disadvantages of Transportation
  • Air Pollution: Transportation is a major contributor to air pollution. ...
  • Noise Pollution: Transportation traffic significantly contributes to noise pollution. ...
  • Congestion: Traffic congestion is a common problem in cities and densely populated areas.


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Below are 10 negatives associated with travel by car.
  • Tiring.
  • Cramped Conditions.
  • Bad for Environment.
  • Breakdowns and Accidents.
  • Boredom.
  • Bad Weather.
  • Hidden Costs/Wear and Tear.
  • Finding Parking.


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The main disadvantage of bus travel is the lack of flexibility. Buses generally follow a set route and schedule, so if you miss your bus or need to make an unexpected stop along the way, it can be difficult to do so.

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In a recent study at the University of California at Berkley, researchers discovered that commuters are more inclined to stop using public transit if they experience delays which can be blamed on the transit agency. (Most people will forgive other inconveniences such as traffic, emergencies or mechanical failures.)

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Here's a look at eight transportation benefits to consider:
  • Improves Community Health. ...
  • Economic Benefits to the Community. ...
  • Improves Fuel Efficiency. ...
  • Public Transportation Reduces Air Pollution. ...
  • Improves Road Congestion. ...
  • Improves Community Mobility. ...
  • Provides an Equitable Transportation System.


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