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Some people believe that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age to drive cars and motorcycles. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

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Many divergent views exist on how best to enhance highway safety. A great number of
people
, including myself are of the opinion that the ultimate way is by raising the minimum age required to get a driving license. In the following
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 I will explain the rationale for my viewpoint on the matter.
First,
the primary reason upon which my viewpoint is based
that
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; younger
people
 lack the experience and
decision making
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decision-making
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 skills required to handle
high
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high-pressure
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pressure
 situations. Drivers are subjected to any sudden stressful situation that might occur on the road; younger
people
 are not mature enough to deal with
such
 obstacles because maturity develops with
aging
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. Unsurprisingly, a 2020 study conducted by a group of researchers at the University of Cambridge, UK, found that most road accidents occur among young
people
. Another compelling reason for my stance is the impact of peer
pressure
. Younger
people
 are more susceptible to friendship influence which may lead them to
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 risky
behaviors
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,
such
 as speeding and
distraction
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while
 driving like using
the
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mobile phones. Research showed that older
people
 are less likely to be affected by peer
pressure
 and they are more responsible. In conclusion, I hold the opinion that increasing the minimum age for drivers is an essential step in reducing car accidents because younger drivers often lack the knowledge and skills needed to face stressful situations and are more affected by peer
pressure
.
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To enhance task response, consider addressing counterarguments or alternative perspectives to showcase a more balanced view.
coherence cohesion
Ensure transitions between ideas are seamless to further improve coherence and cohesion. This can make your argument more persuasive.
coherence cohesion
Introduction and conclusion are clearly defined, providing a strong start and finish to the essay.
task achievement
The essay presents well-supported main points with relevant examples, offering a clear and comprehensive response to the task.
coherence cohesion
Logical structure of the essay is maintained, with each paragraph focusing on a separate reason for your viewpoint.

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    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
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    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
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    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
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    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
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    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
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