Motorcycle helmet laws have been controversial in some states.Riders prefer the feel of the wind on their faces.Others, however, point out that riders without helmets are more likely to suffer severe injury and run up hospital bills at public expense.Which of the following would most likely reduce the incidence of high bills for helmetless riders?

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Raising insurance rates for helmetless riders would serve as a financial incentive for them to wear helmets, which would reduce the incidence of severe injuries and subsequent high hospital bills at public expense. This would also promote personal responsibility among the riders. Lowering insurance rates for helmetless riders would have the opposite effect and therefore would not reduce the incidence of high bills. Publishing information on injury rates and subsidizing hospitals may increase awareness and accessibility of healthcare for helmetless riders but would not discourage them from riding without a helmet.

Motorcycle Helmet Laws Have Been Controversial in Some States