In the Late 1970's, the U

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Essay

In the late 1970's, the U.S. mandated a maximum highway speed of 55 miles per hour to economize on fuel. Evidence showed that the lower 55-miles-per hour speed limit also significantly reduced traffic fatalities. Nevertheless, when the gas shortage eased, we have returned to the higher speed limits. Provide an economic rationale for not permanently lowering the speed limit to 55 miles per hour when we know that it will save lives.

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