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There is a segment of people in society who advocates the repeal of motorcycle helmet law. The current helmet law saves hundreds of lives per year, and it is senseless that people should be injured or killed merely because they are too vain to wear a helmet. Furthermore, helmet laws help to reduce public expenditures on health care. One hardly needs to appeal to statistics to show that helmets protect motorcyclists against injury or death. For those who are skeptical, one can refer to recent studies. The available statistics are impossible to ignore. If motorcyclists wish to protect themselves against injury and death, they should wear a helmet whenever they ride. Many opponents of the helmet law agree that helmets save motorcyclists’ lives, but insist that the decision to wear a helmet should be left to the individual rider. Perhaps this argument would be valid if motorcyclists were the only ones negatively affected by their decision, but this is not the case. Few studies reveal that only about half of injured
motorcyclists were properly insured, which means many of these riders likely relied on public funds to subsidize their healthcare costs. If the
citizens choose to repeal the helmet law, we can expect these costs to rise significantly. Opponents of the helmet law offer two main arguments. First, the law’s detractors argue that properly educating riders is the best way to avoid accidents. I agree entirely; all motorcycle riders should be properly educated and should ride their bikes responsibly. Some accidents, however, are unavoidable, and as it has been argued, helmets significantly reduce health care expenditures associated with all accidents. Second, opponents argue that helmet laws infringe on their personal freedom. Again, it is agreed that the government should avoid constraining individual choice whenever possible, but as it has been shown, the decision to wear a helmet does not affect only the test subject; it is not a simple matter of individual liberty. In a perfect world, helmet laws would not be necessary because all riders would wear them voluntarily. However, we do not live in a perfect world. Therefore, we must require motorcyclists to make this socially responsible decision.
There is a segment of people in society who advocates the repeal of motorcycle helmet law. The current helmet law saves hundreds of lives per year, and it is senseless that people should be injured or killed merely because they are too vain to wear a helmet. Furthermore, helmet laws help to reduce public expenditures on health care. One hardly needs to appeal to statistics to show that helmets protect motorcyclists against injury or death. For those who are skeptical, one can refer to recent studies. The available statistics are impossible to ignore. If motorcyclists wish to protect themselves against injury and death, they should wear a helmet whenever they ride. Many opponents of the helmet law agree that helmets save motorcyclists’ lives, but insist that the decision to wear a helmet should be left to the individual rider. Perhaps this argument would be valid if motorcyclists were the only ones negatively affected by their decision, but this is not the case. Few studies reveal that only about half of injured
motorcyclists were properly insured, which means many of these riders likely relied on public funds to subsidize their healthcare costs. If the
citizens choose to repeal the helmet law, we can expect these costs to rise significantly. Opponents of the helmet law offer two main arguments. First, the law’s detractors argue that properly educating riders is the best way to avoid accidents. I agree entirely; all motorcycle riders should be properly educated and should ride their bikes responsibly. Some accidents, however, are unavoidable, and as it has been argued, helmets significantly reduce health care expenditures associated with all accidents. Second, opponents argue that helmet laws infringe on their personal freedom. Again, it is agreed that the government should avoid constraining individual choice whenever possible, but as it has been shown, the decision to wear a helmet does not affect only the test subject; it is not a simple matter of individual liberty. In a perfect world, helmet laws would not be necessary because all riders would wear them voluntarily. However, we do not live in a perfect world. Therefore, we must require motorcyclists to make this socially responsible decision.
Question: 1
As per the above passage, which is the best antonym for skeptical?
As per the above passage, which is the best antonym for skeptical?
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When reading critically, identify words that suggest doubt or belief, as these can often be opposites.
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- Doubtful
- Careful
- Sympathetic
- Trustworthy
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
The passage contrasts the skeptical view against those who trust in the value of helmet laws. Hence, the antonym of skeptical would be trustful or trustworthy.
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Question: 2
The main purpose of the passage is to _______
The main purpose of the passage is to _______
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Identifying the main purpose of a passage helps in understanding the author’s intention and the key points discussed.
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- Expose the logical flaws in potential counterarguments
- Assert that the helmet law does not encroach upon personal freedom
- Emphasize the importance of rider education in preventing motorcycle accidents
- Prove that the author shares common ground with opponents of the law
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The passage addresses the logical flaws in the arguments against helmet laws, particularly focusing on the fallacies about personal freedom and rider education.
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Question: 3
The tone of the author can best be described as _______.
The tone of the author can best be described as _______.
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When analyzing tone, consider the connotations of the words and whether they align with the author's attitude in the text.
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- fiery
- rigid
- coercive
- firm
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The Correct Option is D
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The tone described in the question refers to the author's attitude or manner of expression. The word "firm" implies a strong, determined tone, which is most appropriate for the context given. The other options such as "fiery," "rigid," and "coercive" imply extremes that are not suitable for the author's tone in this case.
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Question: 4
According to the opinion of author some accidents are _______.
According to the opinion of author some accidents are _______.
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When evaluating the author’s tone or perspective, pay close attention to how they frame issues such as preventability and responsibility.
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- Unavoidable
- Avoidable
- Doubtful
- Acceptable
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The Correct Option is A
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The author seems to imply that some accidents are inevitable or unavoidable, which is why the option "unavoidable" fits best in this context. The other options, such as "avoidable" or "acceptable," do not align with the author's perspective as implied by the context.
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Question: 5
Which of the following statements can be described as one of the author's unstated assumptions?
Which of the following statements can be described as one of the author's unstated assumptions?
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To identify unstated assumptions, think about what the author implicitly expects the reader to agree with based on their argument.
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- Motorcyclists should be properly educated and should ride responsibly.
- Helmets help to prevent injury in only the most serious motorcycle accidents.
- Individuals are responsible for ensuring their own safety and protection when the government fails to do so.
- Individuals should be responsible for the costs of their own medical care if they bear some responsibility for their injuries.
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The author assumes that individuals should be held accountable for the costs associated with their own injuries if they have some responsibility for them. This aligns with option (4). The other options focus more on safety or responsibility in general, which are not directly linked to the concept of medical costs for personal injuries.
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