Visibility and Road Hazards

Why is visibility one of the most critical factors for road safety?

Question image: Why is visibility one of the most critical factors for road safety?
  • 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.

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