Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 787 / 961

El exceso de velocidad, ¿afecta a nuestra capacidad de anticipación?
Does excessive speed affect our ability to anticipate?
- ANo, sólo afecta a nuestra capacidad de reacción.No, it only affects our ability to react.
- BSí, disminuyéndola.Yes, it reduces it.
- CSí, aumentándola.Yes, it increases it.
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Correct answer
- BSí, disminuyéndola.Yes, it reduces it.
Explanation
Excessive speed reduces the ability to anticipate: the field of vision narrows and there is less time to detect and interpret dangers before reaching them. It affects not only reaction but also the perception that comes before it.
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