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QuizMultiple Choice

3.21 Addressing Public Health Concerns

Question 20 • * HSA 26-27 US Government

Which information best supports enacting mandatory seat belt laws?

Answer
A
Seat belt use reduces injury and death by 50 percent.
B
Seat belt usage increased to 47 percent from 11 percent by 1988.
C
Seat belt usage in the United Stated in 2021 was 90.4 percent.
D
Seat belt use is a primary reason for traffic stops in 30 states.

Explanation

Evidence that seat belts reduce injury and death by 50 percent most directly supports requiring their use by law: it shows the law could help prevent serious harm. The other choices describe usage rates or traffic-stop practices, but do not show as clearly how seat belts protect people.

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