The Devastating Consequences of Distracted Driving
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What caused Aaron Brookens' accident?

  • Adjusting controls in the car
  • Sending a text while driving (correct)
  • Communicating with people outside of the car
  • Eating while driving

    • What injuries did Aaron Brookens sustain as a result of the accident?

  • Two broken femurs and nerve damage to his arms
  • A sprained ankle and bruised back
  • Shoulder dislocation and head injury
  • A fractured knee and cuts to his internal organs (correct)

    • Which distracting activity had the highest percentage among teen drivers according to the 2012 AAA driving study?

  • Grooming while driving
  • Turning around to see the backseat
  • Texting on a mobile phone (correct)
  • Reaching for objects inside the car

    • How many American drivers were reported to be distracted by technology according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration survey?

    <p>Close to 1 million drivers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the speed at which Aaron Brookens was driving before the accident occurred?

    <p>75 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the accident for Aaron Brookens' ability to walk?

    <p>Possible inability to ever walk again</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main focus of the author in the article?

    <p>Highlighting the dangers of distracted driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver in 2011?

    <p>387,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood play in the context of the article?

    <p>Highlighting the dangers of distracted driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the author use statistics to support their argument?

    <p>By providing evidence on the number of deaths caused by distracted driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central message conveyed by Aaron, who is mentioned in the article?

    <p>Distracted driving can lead to serious consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the author appeal to the readers' emotions in the article?

    <p>By sharing personal experiences of individuals affected by distracted driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does Aaron's story contribute to the overall argument of the article?

    <p>It emphasizes that distracted driving can have severe consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author suggest individuals should prioritize when entering a vehicle?

    <p>Focusing on driving safely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the author mention U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood's statement in the article?

    <p>To emphasize common driver behaviors despite laws against texting and driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one approach suggested by Aaron to prevent accidents due to texting while driving?

    <p>Pulling over if a text is urgent</p> Signup and view all the answers

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