pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash true false

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Destiny Kim

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26 April, 12:07

pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash true false

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Kipper · Answer 1

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Pedestrians are the most vulnerable traffic participants. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely to be killed in a car crash than vehicle occupants. In 2015, about 129,000 pedestrians were treated for non-fatal injuries, while in 2016, 5,987 pedestrians were killed in crashes on the territory of the United States. Older adults (65 and older), children, and drivers and pedestrians who are under the influence of alcohol are most at risk in these situations.