In the same accident, in which vulnerable group are the injuries more serious?
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Explanation
In a traffic accident, **elderly people** are the vulnerable group in which injuries are more severe. This is due to several factors:
- **Physical fragility**: As people age, their bodies become more fragile and less able to withstand impacts. This means that, in the event of an accident, injuries can be more severe compared to other age groups.
- **Increased risk**: Elderly people, along with children, are the pedestrians at the highest risk of traffic accidents. However, due to their fragility, the consequences for the elderly are usually more severe.
- **Driving**: Drivers over 65 years old also have a higher risk of accidents, which increases the likelihood of serious injuries.
In summary, the combination of physical fragility and a higher risk of accidents makes injuries in elderly people more severe compared to other vulnerable groups such as children or young people.
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