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Most skilled individuals texting are less likely to have an accident compared to the ones that have to look at their phones?
Most skilled individuals texting are less likely to have an accident compared to the ones that have to look at their phones?
False
Why did Mariah lose her life in an accident?
Why did Mariah lose her life in an accident?
She was trying to answer a text on her phone
In which seat was Stacy when she was struck by a drunk driver?
In which seat was Stacy when she was struck by a drunk driver?
Driver seat
Drivers with a BAC of 0.08% or more are involved in 1/3 of all traffic fatalities.
Drivers with a BAC of 0.08% or more are involved in 1/3 of all traffic fatalities.
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Your actions behind the wheel only affect yourself and your passengers.
Your actions behind the wheel only affect yourself and your passengers.
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Study Notes
Texting and Driving Risks
- Skilled individuals who text are not less likely to have accidents; this statement is false.
- Texting while driving significantly increases the risk of accidents regardless of skill level.
Tragic Consequences of Distracted Driving
- Mariah lost her life in an accident while trying to answer a text, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.
Impact of Alcohol Consumption
- Stacy was in the driver seat when struck by a drunk driver, emphasizing the dangers of impaired driving.
- Drivers with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or more account for one-third of all traffic fatalities, underlining the severe risks associated with driving under the influence.
Misconceptions about Driving Behavior
- The belief that actions behind the wheel only affect the driver and passengers is false; they impact other road users and can lead to serious accidents.
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Test your knowledge about safe driving practices and the dangers of texting while driving with this quiz. Gain insights into the realities of accidents and the impact of distractions on road safety. Perfect for Texas adults learning to drive responsibly.
