Ch. 8
2 of 1 ·Fix One Thing, Change Another
Chapter 8 · Systems Around Us
Lesson 2 · Systems and Ripple Effects
Fix One Thing, Change Another
Predict ripple effects before changing a system.
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Concept
Solutions create new conditions
Changing one part of a system can solve the target problem, move it elsewhere or create a new one. Good planners trace first-, second- and longer-term effects.
Example
More buses, different traffic
Click to zoomIllustration supporting More buses, different trafficAdding buses may reduce private vehicles, but poorly placed stops can create local congestion. Better frequency can increase ridership, which may justify even more service—a feedback loop.