Question

Suppose you are volunteering with a public health agency in a state that has just passed a law

that makes bicycle helmets mandatory for all riders. Describe two ways you could determine
whether the law is improving bike rider safety and public health. (8 points)

Answer 1

A law requiring bicycle helmets for all riders would almost certainly increase safety and public health. However, if you want to put this to the test, you have two options:

You may compare the number of accidents that occurred before the law was passed to the number of accidents that occur now. This would show if the law had an effect on the absolute number of accidents.

You may also examine the incidents that did occur and calculate the proportion of those accidents that were less serious because the persons involved were wearing helmets.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

You could look up the rate of head-related bicycle injuries at your local hospital. If the rate has gone down, the law is helpful.