The correct answer is option c, speed.
Speed is the rate at which someone or something moves or operate. It is measured by the velocity and time.
Velocity is the total distance in total time taken.
Speed tells the amount of energy absorbed by the vehicle. The energy is used in the movement of the vehicle and it also helps the vehicle to move accordingly.
Speed is the major factor that helps to protect the occupants.
It is speed only that we can adjust a according to the situation. This also keeps the vehicle in control. It is the main factor in any vehicle that causes the vehicle to move and also it helps to keep it in control as well. Other controls are the supporting factors that helps to keep the speed in control.
Be it the weather, the climate, roads or traffic, it is speed that helps to keep the occupants safe.
Therefore, Speed is a major factor in dictating how much energy the vehicle can absorb to protect the occupants
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