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Which types of cell phones are considered to be hazards when a driver is using them?

all cell phones

Which of these events could be the source of an auditory distraction while driving?

another driver sounding a horn

When should you adjust the outside mirrors of your vehicle?

before entering traffic

Using a telephone that can be operated without using your hands as you drive is a possible

cognitive distraction.

Rubbernecking is a term that refers to=

continually looking all around the scene of a crash.

You can avoid becoming a distraction yourself at the scene of a crash by

maintaining a safe speed and watching for people and vehicles that might do something unexpected.

If you must make a phone call when you are driving, you should

pull off the road before calling.

In order to reduce distractions while you are driving with a pet in the car, you should

restrain the pet in a crate or safety harness.

The best way to avoid problems from outside-the-vehicle distractions is to

stay focused on the roadway and aware of people and objects that may enter your path.

Why do some states limit the number of passengers in a car operated by a young driver?

to decrease the possibility of distracting the driver

What is the purpose of electronic traffic information signs?

to provide information about road and traffic conditions

A billboard with a picture that changes depending on the viewing angle could become a(n)

visual distraction.

When does cell phone use not cause a driver to be distracted?

Cell phone use can always cause a distraction.

Why is distracted driving hazardous?

Distracted drivers may not react quickly to conflict situations.

Why do additional collisions often occur at the scene of a bad crash?

Many drivers are distracted by the crash scene and the activity around it.

When are passengers in a vehicle considered to be a distraction to the driver?

Passengers are a distraction when they cause the driver to focus on something other than the task of driving.

A ringing cell phone can be a distraction to a driver even if a passenger answers the call.

True

Using a cell phone to send a text message is an example of a biomechanical distraction.

True

Which of these situations could be considered a biomechanical distraction?

You pick up your soft drink and take a sip of it through a straw.

If you stop suddenly, an object on the rear window ledge can become

a projectile.

Driver inattention is a major factor in only a small fraction of the accidents that occur in the United States each year.

False

If your little brother starts doing something distracting in the back seat, you should briefly face him and tell him to stop distracting you.

False

What should you do if a wasp flies into your car as you are driving?

Find a safe place to stop the car and then deal with the wasp.

Under what conditions does a cell phone call not cause a distraction to a driver?

The driver is safely parked off the road.

Why is it important to keep the volume of entertainment systems in the car at a relatively low level?

The driver must be able to hear other vehicles.