I'm not sure that zone pricing would be much different than what we have now using the honour system (and random enforcement).
I buy a $3.80, or a $1.25 short ticket for one stop. Both through the app. Both are subject to enforcement.
A fare evader will evade regardless. I buy a ticket because it is the right thing to do, even knowing that enforcement is unlikely.
The difference is, I put a small amount into the system's revenue vs. putting $0 in when I drive instead. The fare evader puts in $0 no matter what.
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