The diagram shows a proposed bus rapid transit corridor in Bogotá. A dedicated central lane would carry electric buses between outer housing districts and t...
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The diagram shows a proposed bus rapid transit corridor in Bogotá. A dedicated central lane would carry electric buses between outer housing districts and the city centre. Stations would connect with cycle routes and walking paths. The plan aims to reduce traffic congestion, air pollution and carbon emissions as the urban population increases. Some shop owners worry that road space for private cars and deliveries will be reduced during construction. The transport authority is deciding how to make fares affordable for lower-income residents while covering the cost of the system.
(a) Identify the transport mode in Fig. 1 that uses a dedicated lane. [1]
(b) Describe one way the scheme could improve air quality. [1]
(c) Explain two reasons why linking bus stations to cycle routes may reduce car use. [2]
(d) Explain two social factors the authority should consider when setting fares. [2]
(e) Evaluate whether this transport scheme alone can make Bogotá sustainable. [2]
Answer Details
(a) The transport mode using the dedicated lane is an electric bus rapid transit service. [1]
(b) The scheme can improve air quality by replacing some petrol and diesel car journeys. Electric buses have no exhaust emissions while operating. [1]
(c) Cycle routes make it easier for people to reach bus stations. This creates a practical door-to-door journey that can be quicker or cheaper than driving, reducing the need to use a car. [2]
(d) Fares must be affordable for lower-income residents so they can reach jobs and services. The authority should also consider concessions for children, older people and disabled users, while ensuring enough revenue to operate the service. Any two valid social considerations gain credit. [2]
(e) The scheme can reduce congestion and emissions, but it cannot make the whole city sustainable on its own. Land use, walking and cycling provision, the source of electricity, and wider demand for private cars also need action. [2]
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