When it comes to teenagers and alcohol, it is safe to assume that no matter what the law states, adolescents are still going to find ways to obtain alcohol and consume it. However, as Nelson and Toomey reported, “in the 1970s when many states reduced their drinking ages, drinking-related deaths among young people increased. When the drinking age of 21 was resorted, deaths declined” (Nelson and Toomey, 556). It is obvious that the increase in the drinking age had a positive effect in the United States. The two authors strengthen their argument by using facts and statistics from studies and observations of the drinking habits of young adults. They also benefit from addressing the counter argument and using logos to support their opinions. For example, a common argument for lowering of the drinking age is that in most other countries, the drinking age, if there is one, is 16-18 (Nelson and Toomey). Those who propose the lowering of the drinking age often report that these countries experience less alcohol abuse amongst youth. However, as Nelson and Toomey cite, “Surveys of youth in multiple European countries show that the rates of frequent binge drinking among adolescents are higher in Europe than in the United States” (Nelson and Toomey, 556). Clearly, a lower drinking age could not alleviate the issues the United…