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LanguageCert Practice Reading: Part 1B (Gap Fill)
ID: #60266
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Instructions
Read the text below and decide which option (A, B or C) best fits each gap.
Self-driving cars
Cars driven by computer systems offer enhanced safety, reducing accidents caused by human error. For example, a study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety estimated that widespread (1)___________ of self-driven vehicles could prevent up to 90% of car accidents in the United States. Self-driving cars can react faster than humans and avoid common human mistakes, such as driving while distracted by mobile phones. This could save (2)___________ lives and prevent injuries on the road.
Driverless cars can greatly improve the flow of vehicles. For instance, connected vehicles can communicate with each other, coordinating their movements and maintaining (3)___________ speeds, thus reducing the need for sudden stops. This can lead to smoother traffic patterns and reduce overall congestion.
However, safety risks associated with driverless cars are clearly indicated by incidents like the 2018 self-driving car accident in the USA, where a pedestrian on the pavement was (4)___________ struck. Such accidents highlight the need for strong safety measures, including fail-safe systems and thorough testing before introduction to ensure the (5)___________ of driverless vehicles.
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