Traffic Deaths Soar In 2020 To Highest Level In 13 Years

In the past year, traffic deaths rose by the largest margin in 13 years, with 36,680 fatalities, marking a 7% increase from 2019. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration attributes this rise to fewer people on the road, leading to more speeding, driving under the influence, and not wearing seatbelts. Despite the increase in deaths, miles traveled by vehicles decreased by 13% in 2020 compared to 2019.

What was the percentage increase in traffic deaths last year compared to 2019?

• 10%

• 5%

• 7%

• 12%

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, what was a major factor contributing to the rise in traffic deaths?

• More vehicles on the road

• Fewer people on the road leading to risky driving

• Improved road conditions

• Increased use of public transport

Which of the following behaviors increased due to fewer people being on the road?

• More frequent vehicle maintenance

• Driving at slower speeds

• Increased use of seatbelts

• Speeding and driving under the influence

By what percentage did the miles traveled by vehicles decrease in 2020 compared to 2019?

• 20%

• 15%

• 13%

• 10%

What is the relationship between the reduction in miles traveled and traffic deaths?

• More miles traveled led to fewer deaths

• Fewer miles traveled led to more deaths

• No change in traffic deaths

• Fewer miles traveled led to fewer deaths