Traffic Deaths Are At Record Numbers. What's To Blame?

The video discusses the increasing dangers on roads for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists, highlighting the rise in traffic fatalities. Experts attribute this to factors like speeding, inadequate infrastructure, and road designs prioritizing speed over safety. Vulnerable groups, such as older people and those in lower-income areas, are disproportionately affected. The Biden administration's national roadway safety strategy aims to reduce fatalities by rethinking road designs and improving emergency care.

What is one of the main reasons for the increase in traffic fatalities in recent years?

• Better traffic management systems

• Decrease in road construction

• Rise in speeding and dangerous driving behaviors

• Improved vehicle technology

How do road designs influence driver behavior according to experts?

• Drivers always follow posted speed limits

• Drivers tend to follow the design of the road rather than speed signs

• Road designs are irrelevant to traffic safety

• Designs have no impact on driving speed

Which of the following is NOT a suggested improvement to reduce traffic accidents?

• Raised pedestrian crossings

• Frequent street connections

• Larger block sizes

• Narrower streets

Which group is disproportionately affected by traffic fatalities?

• Tourists

• Middle-aged professionals

• People in lower income areas

• Young adults

What is the long-term goal of the Biden administration's national roadway safety strategy?

• Promote public transportation

• Increase vehicle sales

• End roadway fatalities entirely

• Reduce traffic congestion