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You will hear a report about the debate surrounding public transportation expansion in urban areas.
Question 1 of 6
According to Sarah Chen, public transit expansion is justified because .....
it immediately reduces construction costs.
it provides short-term economic benefits.
the long-term advantages outweigh initial expenses.
European cities have funded similar projects.
Question 2 of 6
James Barrett's main concern about transit expansion is its impact on .....
property values in residential areas.
local business operations.
traffic congestion.
environmental pollution.
Question 3 of 6
The financial debate centers on whether .....
private companies should fund transit projects.
European models are financially viable.
public funds should support transit development.
construction companies are overcharging.
Question 4 of 6
Barrett suggests that cities should .....
stop all transit development projects.
focus on less expensive transit solutions.
increase taxes for transit funding.
copy European transit systems.
Question 5 of 6
Local residents are concerned that transit expansion might .....
decrease their property values.
reduce access to local businesses.
alter their neighborhood's characteristics.
increase traffic congestion.
Question 6 of 6
Dr. Rodriguez proposes that transit expansion should .....
prioritize business interests over residential needs.
follow European development models exactly.
implement changes gradually with protective measures.
focus solely on environmental benefits.