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Breaking down the math of the MTA fare hike
Commuters will have to consult their calculators when it comes to dealing with a more complicated MetroCard bonus under the fare hike taking effect next month.
Starting on March 2, the bonus will decrease from 20 percent to 15 percent, resulting in an array of awkward dollar amounts left on MetroCards.
"A ride is $2, so what are you going to do with a $1.50 on a card?" said Jack Li,...
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