The given pie charts illustrate the modes of transport for individuals affiliated with a particular college for commuting to work or study in the years 2004 and 2009, shown as percentages.
Overall
, even though cars were the most commonly used mode of transportation, accounting for just over half the total at 51% , followed by buses at 33%, Linking Words
this
trend reversed in 2009, with buses becoming the most popular at 46% and car usage dropping significantly.
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According to
the 2004 chart, Linking Words
it is clear that
approximately half of the population preferred using cars over other methods, Linking Words
while
buses were the second most favoured option, likely Linking Words
due to
their affordability, with 33%. Linking Words
Moreover
, bicycles ranked third but accounted for less than 10%, Linking Words
although
they were used more than walking and trains, which stood at only 4% and 3%, respectively.
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In contrast
, the 2009 chart shows a shift in preference, with bus usage rising to 46%, and car usage declining to 28%, nearly half its previous figure. Linking Words
Furthermore
, the use of bicycles grew significantly, doubling to 16% compared to 2004. Linking Words
Finally
, walking and train means showed only minor climbs, with an insignificant rise of 6% for the former and 5% for the latter.Linking Words