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Destination sign

Imagine you are going on a trip with your family, but you don't know how to get to your destination. You need a little guidance to get where you're going, right?

Well, just like how you need direction to get somewhere new, buses, trains, and other modes of transportation also need direction to get to where they're going. That's where the destination sign comes in!

The destination sign is a special board or display that is placed at the front or side of a bus, train, or other vehicle. It shows where the vehicle is headed, which helps passengers know if they are on the right vehicle and going to the correct place.

For example, if the destination sign on a bus says "New York City," that means the bus is going to New York City. If you want to go there too, you can get on the bus and ride it to your destination!

Destination signs can display all sorts of information, like the name of the next station, the final destination of the bus, or the route number. They are usually big and bright, with easy to read words or symbols, so anyone can understand where they're going.

So, if you ever go on a trip using public transportation, make sure to check the destination sign to make sure you're headed in the right direction. It's like having a map on the go!
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