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Question 8070

If a cyclist has an accident, can wearing a helmet reduce the severity of their injuries?

  1. Yes, it eliminates the likelihood of suffering head injuries.
  2. Yes, it reduces the likelihood of suffering head injuries.
  3. No, wearing a helmet does not affect the severity of the injuries.
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Correct answer: Yes, it reduces the likelihood of suffering head injuries.

Yes. A helmet greatly reduces the chance of a head injury in a fall or crash, although it doesn’t eliminate it. In the picture, the cyclist has fallen in the bike lane and is wearing a helmet.

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