Is it important not to exceed the generic maximum speed of 50 km/h in urban areas?
A)No, above that speed fuel consumption is low.
B)No, a higher speed increases traffic flow without a greater risk of accidents.
C)Yes, above 50 km/h the probability of a collision being fatal increases by 50%.Correct
If you are travelling at 30 km/h and you hit a pedestrian, the probability of them dying is only 5%, whereas if the collision occurs at 50 km/h the probability of death is already close to 50%. If you travel at higher speeds, it is important to bear in mind that above 80 km/h practically all pedestrians who are struck will die.