The bar graph provided compares the number of trips made by children in a specific country for school transportation in the years 1990 and 2010. Different modes of transport are represented on the x-axis, while the y-axis displays the number of trips made per year in millions.
In 1990, the highest number of trips was made by car, reaching approximately 12 million. However, by 2010, there was a noticeable decrease in car trips. Walking trips also experienced a slight decrease between the two years.
On the other hand, cycling trips remained relatively stable over the two decades, with a subtle increase observed. Trips using a combination of bus and walking showed a small decline from 1990 to 2010.
The most significant change occurred in bus trips, which saw a notable decrease from around 5 million trips in 1990 to approximately 2 million in 2010. This decrease demonstrates a significant shift in the preferred mode of transportation for school trips.
Overall, the graph highlights a substantial decline in car and bus trips, possibly indicating a shift towards more sustainable modes of transportation such as walking and cycling. These findings suggest a growing emphasis on promoting active transportation methods among children in this particular country.