Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: I and IV are strong
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Road safety rules address externalities (accident costs, emergency load) and individual risk. Effective enforcement saves lives. We evaluate which arguments provide valid grounds for strict implementation.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Argument I is strong: rule of law requires uniform enforcement; selective compliance undermines deterrence. Argument IV is strong because it identifies the key risk mechanism—head impact—and the protective function of helmets. II is weak: personal liberty does not override public safety externalities and legal standards. III is weak: partial protection is not a reason to abandon an effective protection for the most vulnerable organ.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
Jurisdictions with strict helmet laws show reduced head trauma and mortality, reinforcing I and IV.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Combinations with II/III misclassify weak reasoning as strong.
Common Pitfalls:
Equating personal choice with public-road safety norms.
Final Answer:
I and IV are strong.
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