In relation to vehicle visibility, what is meant by the 'blind spot'?

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The blind spot is the area around the vehicle that falls outside the driver's field of vision and cannot be seen through the rear-view mirrors (neither interior nor exterior). Even if mirrors are correctly adjusted, there are physical areas, usually on the rear sides, that remain hidden. It is crucial to be aware of them when changing lanes or merging. The other options are incorrect because blind spots exist on straight roads as well as curves, and it is not a 'part' of the car that causes accidents itself, but rather a phenomenon of limited visibility.

In relation to vehicle visibility, what is meant by the 'blind spot'?

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