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Fine for texting whilst walking – negative externalities

Jim Riley

15th May 2012

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An American town has been so annoyed by people texting whilst walking that it has decided to fine anyone caught doing so. This is a perfect example for negative externalities Students could read the article and discuss the following points

  1. What are the negative externalities of texting whilst walking?
  2. Do you think a fine will be successful in reducing the number of people texting whilst walking
  3. Discuss the possible effectiveness of other solutions to the problem
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Jim Riley

Jim co-founded tutor2u alongside his twin brother Geoff! Jim is a well-known Business writer and presenter as well as being one of the UK's leading educational technology entrepreneurs.

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