Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 270 / 626

¿Qué causa la mayoría de los accidentes?

What causes most accidents?

  • ALas personas.People.
  • BLa vía y su entorno.The road and its surroundings.
  • CEl vehículo.The vehicle.
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Correct answer

  • ALas personas.People.
Explanation

People cause most accidents, because human behaviour is the main factor behind road crashes. Under the rules, factors that affect the driver's physical and mental fitness, such as fatigue, stress and drowsiness, are decisive in causing accidents. So managing behaviour at the wheel is crucial for road safety.

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