Dangers of Texting and Driving

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Which of the following is a consequence of texting and driving?

Enhanced concentration
Increased insurance premiums (correct)
Improved driving skills
Reduced traffic congestion

What is one strategy to avoid texting and driving?

Ignoring notifications
Texting at red lights
Using a hands-free device (correct)
Reading incoming messages while driving

Why is texting and driving particularly dangerous for young and inexperienced drivers?

They lack driving experience (correct)
They are more likely to receive important messages
They have faster reaction times
They are less likely to be distracted

Is using a hands-free device safer than using a handheld device for texting while driving?

No, both types of devices can still distract you (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important step to take to avoid the dangers of texting and driving?

Putting your phone away while driving (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is considered texting and driving?

Using social media platforms (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to address the issue of texting and driving?

To ensure the safety of all individuals (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does texting and driving affect a driver's ability to react to potential hazards?

It delays their reaction time (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the likelihood of a collision when a driver engages in texting while driving?

23 times more likely (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of texting and driving?

Sending text messages while driving (D) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Texting and driving can result in legal consequences such as fines and license suspension?

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Using a hands-free device to text while driving is safer than using a handheld device?

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

True or false: Texting while driving is a leading cause of distracted driving accidents?

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following strategies with their descriptions to avoid texting and driving:

Turn off notifications = Silence your mobile device or put it on airplane mode before starting your journey Designate a texter = Let the passengers handle any necessary communication while you focus on driving Use technology to your advantage = Utilize apps or features that automatically respond to incoming messages Pull over safely = Find a safe location to pull over, such as a designated parking area or rest stop if you need to send or respond to a message urgently Signup and view all the answers

Match the following consequences of texting and driving with their descriptions:

Injuries or fatalities = Can result due to accidents caused by distraction Legal consequences = Can result in fines, license suspension, or even imprisonment Increased insurance premiums = Can be faced by individuals involved in accidents caused by texting and driving Damage to reputation = Can be faced by individuals involved in accidents caused by texting and driving Signup and view all the answers

Match the facts about texting and driving with their descriptions:

Illegal in many states = Texting while driving can result in hefty fines and even jail time Leading cause of distracted driving accidents = Texting while driving can result in serious injuries and fatalities Dangerous for young and inexperienced drivers = They are more likely to be involved in distracted driving accidents Using a hands-free device = Is not necessarily safer than using a handheld device, as both types of devices can still distract you from driving Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following is a consequence of texting and driving?

What is one strategy to avoid texting and driving?

Why is texting and driving particularly dangerous for young and inexperienced drivers?

Is using a hands-free device safer than using a handheld device for texting while driving?

What is an important step to take to avoid the dangers of texting and driving?

Which of the following activities is considered texting and driving?

Why is it important to address the issue of texting and driving?

How does texting and driving affect a driver's ability to react to potential hazards?

What is the likelihood of a collision when a driver engages in texting while driving?

What is the definition of texting and driving?

True or false: Texting and driving can result in legal consequences such as fines and license suspension?

True or false: Using a hands-free device to text while driving is safer than using a handheld device?

True or false: Texting while driving is a leading cause of distracted driving accidents?

Match the following strategies with their descriptions to avoid texting and driving:

Match the following consequences of texting and driving with their descriptions:

Match the facts about texting and driving with their descriptions:

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