Our town should double its fines for speeding. Studies show that higher fines result in less speeding, so increasing the fees should improve safety. There is no reason not to do this. If people can afford to pay a $50 fine, then surely they should be able to pay a $100 fine as well.

How sound is the reasoning given to support the claim “Our town should double its fines for speeding”? Explain your response in 3 to 5 sentences.

(4 points)
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21 hours ago

The reasoning isn't very sound. Just because higher fines might make some people speed less doesn't mean everyone will react the same way. Some people might still speed even if the fine doubles. Also, some drivers might not be able to pay a higher fine, which could cause problems for them. It’s important to think about how it affects everyone, not just the idea that it might make some people behave better.