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Book 25, Question 37

Why do some cities have lanes just for buses?

A bus carries many more people than a car, so it makes sense to keep it moving.

A bus-only lane lets buses skip past traffic jams, so trips are faster and more reliable. More people choose the bus, which means fewer cars on the road. A single bus can take the place of dozens of cars.

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