Public transportation refers to the system of transport that is available for use by the general public, typically managed on a schedule and operated on established routes.
Think of public transportation like your school bus service. It's not exclusive to you, it runs on a fixed route and time, and anyone who needs it can use it.
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT): This is a high-quality bus-based transit system that delivers fast, comfortable, and cost-effective services at metro-level capacities.
Subway System: An underground railway system used in various cities around the world to alleviate surface traffic congestion.
Tramways or Streetcars: These are rail vehicles which run on tracks along public urban streets; some include segments of segregated right-of-way.
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