How many people die in car crashes each year in the U.S.?

Answer 1

Last year, the number of people killed in traffic crashes in the U.S. was:(a) Between 1,000 and 5,000.(b) Between 10,000 and 15,000.(C) Between 30,000 and 40,000.(d) Between 50,000 and 60,000.2.Intersection traffic crashes account for approximately 20% of all __________:(a) Injuries.(B) Crash types.(c) Both A & B.(D) Fatalities.3.In our first Unit III case history, Mr. Terry stated, "If it wasn't for him, there wouldn't have been any accident!" Mr. Terry's statement indicates that he was functioning from which Attitude State?(a) Parent.(b) Adult.(C) Child.(d) None of the above.4.In our first Unit III case history, Mr. Watson complained that "Drivers should give some warning when they're about to turn." Mr. Watson's statement indicates that he was functioning from which Attitude State?(a) Child.(b) Adult.(c) Parent-Adult.(D) Parent.5.Warning signs provide information about upcoming driving conditions or hazards and are yellow in color and shaped like a(n) ________.(a) Square.(B) Triangle.(C) Diamond.(d) Octagon.6.Which shape typically identifies a school sign?(a) Square.(b) Rectangle.(C) Pentagon.(d) None of the above.7.You can lose control of your car in just ___ inches of water.(a) 2.(b) 16.(c) 18.(D) 6.8.One-way streets may be identified by:(a) White centerline stripes.(b) Yellow centerline stripes.(C) One-way traffic signs.(D) Both A & C.9.Total ______ distance is the combination of reaction distance and vehicle stopping distance.(a) Steering.(b) Maneuvering.(c) Both A & B.(D)Braking.10.Total braking distance is the combination of reaction distance + ____________.(A) Perceptual stopping distance.(B) Vehicle stopping distance.(c) Identification distance.(d) None of the above.11.Establishing a sufficient space cushion between you and other cars is known as:(a) Line of sight.(b) Stabilizing.(c) Compromising.(D) Isolating.12.The average human reaction time is approximately what fraction of a second?(A) ¼ second.(b) ½ second.(c) 2/3 second.(D) 1 ½ seconds.13.A simple four-part driving strategy that provides drivers with sufficient information to make rational, low-risk decisions while driving in the Adult Attitude State is:(a) Isolate, Steer, Decide, Execute.(b) Isolate, Stabilize, Separate, Compromise.(c) Identify, Predict, Separate, Compromise.(D)Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute.14.Motorcyclists should always use what device to enhance their visibility while riding?(a) Dark clothing.(B) Headlights.(c) Horn.(d) None of the above.15.In an emergency situation in which a driver experiences total service brake failure, a motor vehicle operator may safely stop the motor vehicle through careful application of which braking system?(a) Hydraulic.(b) Service.(C) Parking/Emergency.(d) None of the above.16.A driver may judiciously apply a vehicle's parking/emergency brake to stop a vehicle if which event occurs?(a) Radio failure.(b) Transmission failure.(C) Brake failure.(d) None of the above.17.The original and still the most effective method of restraint in the event of a traffic crash is:(A)Safety belt systems.(b) Airbags.(c) Anti-lock brakes.(d) Headrests.18.The Texas Adult Safety Belt Law requires drivers and ___________ traveling in a passenger car or light truck to use safety belts.(A) Front seat passengers.(B) All other vehicle occupants.(c) Rear seat passengers.(d) No other occupants.19.Oxidation of alcohol by the liver over time may lead to a disease of the liver called:(a) Arterial hardening.(b) Liver seizure.(C) Cirrhosis.(d) None of the above.20.Alcohol is a ____________ and has been identified as the number one drug of abuse:(a) Stimulant.(B) Depressant.(c) Barbiturate.(d) Amphetamine.

Answer 2

On average, around 38,000 people die in car crashes each year in the United States. These numbers can fluctuate annually based on various factors such as advancements in automobile safety technology and changes in driving behaviors.

Answer 3

The answer to your question has no definite answer because not all auto collisons are reported. In fact usually the less severe cases are not even discussed.

Answer 4

40,000 every year in the US

Answer 5

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