Cities around the globe are becoming increasingly pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly. Additional bike lanes, widened sidewalks, and designated car-free zones have transformed areas of large cities such as Paris, Milan, and San Francisco. These changes encourage more city residents to make trips on foot as it becomes safer, easier, and more enjoyable to do so. As this trend continues, it will shift how people think about and choose to use space in cities.

What is the purpose of the closing statement in this passage?

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Responses

It compares two opposing points of view.
It compares two opposing points of view.

It summarizes the main ideas of the essay.
It summarizes the main ideas of the essay.

It introduces a new topic for examination.
It introduces a new topic for examination.

It leaves the reader with something to consider.