Collisions tend to happen when:
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All vehicles are traveling near or at the same speed.
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One vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic.
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One lane of traffic is traveling much slower than the others.
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The weather is clear and visibility is good.
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Explanation
Collisions tend to happen when one vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the flow of traffic because it disrupts the smooth movement of vehicles on the road. Driving faster than other vehicles can lead to collisions because it reduces reaction time and increases the risk of losing control. Conversely, driving slower than the flow of traffic or stopping suddenly can surprise other drivers, causing rear-end collisions or forcing sudden evasive maneuvers. Maintaining a consistent speed and flow with surrounding traffic helps reduce the likelihood of collisions.
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