What percentage of fatal crashes occur on sections of roadway with no traffic control devices in effect?

• A. 53%
• B. 76%
• C. 69%
• D. 27%

Answer: (C)

When driving, the main idea is that not having traffic control devices at a roadway section is linked to a much higher risk of fatal crashes, because drivers must judge gaps and right-of-way without built-in guidance. The figure sixty-nine percent means about seven out of ten fatal crashes happen on sections of road where there are no signs or signals controlling traffic. This highlights how much traffic controls help reduce severe crashes by organizing speed and who has the right of way.

In practical terms, this means be especially cautious on roads without traffic controls: slow down, increase following distance, scan for cross-traffic or pedestrians, and be prepared to yield or stop when needed. The other percent numbers don’t align with this commonly cited statistic about uncontrolled road sections.