Question

Use the drop-down menus to complete each statement about how science affects decisions.

In 1984, New York passed a law requiring people to wear seat belts. This is an example of a
-level decision influenced by science and technology.

In 1963, the Clean Air Act was enacted. This is an example of science and technology influencing decisions at the
level.

Answer 1

A)

In 1984, then-Governor Mario Cuomo signed legislation that made New York the first state in the US to implement a mandatory seatbelt law. However, this law only required the driver and front passenger in a motor vehicle to wear a seatbelt.

B)

The Clean Air Act gives the Environmental Protection Agency the necessary tools to protect our families from a number of harmful pollutants that can cause asthma and lung disease – especially in children. Weakening these standards would allow more pollution in the air we breathe and threaten our children's health.

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