Visibility and Road Hazards
Why is visibility one of the most critical factors for road safety?
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
- ✓ Because it determines how quickly hazards are detected and reacted to
- B Because it affects fuel consumption
- C Because it only affects night driving
- D Because it improves vehicle comfort
Why this is the correct answer
If the driver cannot see clearly, or cannot be seen by others, the risk of an accident rises sharply, because visibility determines how quickly hazards are detected and reacted to.
More questions on Visibility and Road Hazards
- Which of the following is NOT a cause of reduced visibility?
- When is a road considered to be insufficiently lit?
- In dense fog, which type of light should NOT be used?
- When driving in heavy rain, which measure is the most appropriate?
- In rain or snow during the day, which lights should you switch on?
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