What is the main reason why children are at a greater risk of being run over compared to adults?

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The correct answer is based on the physical characteristics of minors: Due to their short stature and poor visibility for drivers.  Physical Factor: Because of their reduced height, children can easily be hidden behind parked vehicles, bins, or street furniture. This makes them invisible to the driver until it is too late. Sensory Limitations: In addition to being hard to see, children have a more limited field of vision (tunnel vision) and cannot accurately locate the source of sound until age Why other options are incorrect: Stating they have 'no more risk' is false according to accident statistics. Attributing the risk to 'drivers paying less attention' is incorrect; while distraction exists, the determining factor defining the child's intrinsic vulnerability in this context is the difficulty in being seen and their psychophysical limitations.

What is the main reason why children are at a greater risk of being run over compared to adults?

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