Our city council should double its fines for illegal street racing. Studies show that higher fines result in less racing, 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 city council should double its fines for illegal street racing"? Explain your response in 3-5 sentences.
The reasoning provided to support the claim is somewhat sound, as it is based on the assumption that higher fines result in less illegal street racing. However, it overlooks potential flaws in this reasoning, such as the possibility that hardcore street racers may still be willing to pay higher fines. Additionally, the statement that if people can afford a $50 fine, they can afford a $100 fine may not necessarily hold true for all individuals. Therefore, while the reasoning has some validity, it may not be entirely persuasive.
