Why are older pedestrians at more risk than younger ones from road traffic?

Your answer is correct because older pedestrians often face multiple challenges that increase their risk in traffic. Firstly, with age, vision and hearing commonly decline, making it harder to notice approaching vehicles or hear warnings. Secondly, slower reaction times and reduced mobility can delay their ability to move out of danger quickly or respond to unexpected situations. Thirdly, misjudging the speed of vehicles is common, meaning they may step into traffic without accurately estimating how fast a car is coming. All these factors combined make it especially important for drivers to be cautious and for older pedestrians to be aware of their limitations near roads.