Accidents and First Aid
In which environment is the risk of death greatest when a vehicle hits a pedestrian?
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
- A On urban roads with traffic lights
- ✓ Outside the city, where vehicles travel faster
- C In car parks
- D In pedestrian-only zones
Why this is the correct answer
The risk of death for a pedestrian who is hit is greatest outside the city, where vehicles travel faster and there are fewer crossings.
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