Speed
Driving at very high speed on a well-maintained road can make the driver feel:
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
- A More stressed and alert
- B They are going faster than they actually are
- ✓ They are going slower than they actually are
- D Tired more quickly than at lower speeds
Why this is the correct answer
At high speed, the sensation of speed decreases because the environment becomes monotonous. The driver may perceive they are going slower than they actually are, leading to unconscious further acceleration.
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