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Yes, and it may prevent them from hearing and realising that a vehicle is approaching.
Yes. Noise can mask a vehicle’s sound and make its approach harder to notice. Effects vary with the person and circumstances; they are not necessarily identical for everyone, and older people do not all have the same limitations. Pedestrians should look before crossing, and drivers should take extra care and adapt speed.
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Yes, excessive noise affects every type of pedestrian equally.
Yes, and it may prevent them from hearing and realising that a vehicle is approaching.
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