Question 6554
What precaution must every driver take to reduce the risk of hitting pedestrians?
- Drive without reducing speed when approaching crosswalks.
- Increase speed in urban areas that are poorly lit or have no lighting.
- Drive at a moderate speed, especially in the city.
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Correct answer: Drive at a moderate speed, especially in the city.
Driving at a moderate speed, especially in cities, is the first step in preventing pedestrian collisions. You see pedestrians sooner, brake to a stop in fewer meters, and, if you do hit someone, the impact is less severe. Speeding up on dark streets or approaching a crosswalk without braking, like the crowded one in the image, does just the opposite.