f1 reaction test

Click the moment the final light turns green
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Your Reaction Time

About the F1 Reaction Test

The F1 Reaction Test challenges your **visual and auditory reaction time** in a scenario inspired by the start of a Formula 1 race. You must click the screen as soon as the final red light turns **green**. A false start (clicking before the light turns green) results in a penalty.

How It Works (The F1 Start)

  1. **Lights Off:** The test starts with the lights off, and the message *'Wait for the red lights...'*.
  2. **Red Lights:** Five red lights will turn on sequentially, one by one.
  3. **Random Delay:** After all five red lights are on, there is a **random delay** (typically 1-4 seconds) before the lights turn green.
  4. **GO!:** The final click turns the lights **green**, and the test area changes color.
  5. **Click:** Click the screen as fast as possible to stop the timer. Your time is measured in **milliseconds (ms)**.
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The F1 Edge: F1 drivers often anticipate the start, but for an accurate reaction time, you must wait for the final **green light**. Try to focus on a single light or the color change of the main screen.

Score Interpretation

Elite Driver
Under 150ms
Excellent
150 - 200ms
Good
201 - 250ms
Average
251ms +

Most human reaction times fall in the **200-300ms** range. Reaction times under **150ms** are considered exceptional.

The Science Behind Reaction Time

Reaction time is the interval between the presentation of a stimulus (the green light) and the initiation of a motor response (the click). It involves signal transmission from the eyes to the brain, processing, and finally, motor command to the finger. This test specifically measures **simple reaction time**.

~200ms
Average visual simple reaction time

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ What is a 'False Start'?
A False Start occurs if you click the screen before the lights turn green. In an actual F1 race, this is a penalty. In the test, it instantly ends the round.
❓ How is reaction time measured?
The reaction time is the total duration, measured in milliseconds (ms), from the moment the screen turns green until you click the mouse button.
❓ What's the fastest human reaction time?
Physiologically, the absolute minimum time for a visual stimulus to travel and a response to be executed is around **100-120ms**. Scores below this often indicate anticipation or luck.
❓ Can I improve my score?
Yes! Consistent practice can help lower your reaction time, though the physiological limits are hard to break. Good rest and focus are key to peak performance.

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