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?

Close to 1 million drivers Signup and view all the answers

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

75 mph Signup and view all the answers

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

Possible inability to ever walk again Signup and view all the answers

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

Highlighting the dangers of distracted driving Signup and view all the answers

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

387,000 Signup and view all the answers

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

Highlighting the dangers of distracted driving Signup and view all the answers

How does the author use statistics to support their argument?

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

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

Distracted driving can lead to serious consequences Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

It emphasizes that distracted driving can have severe consequences Signup and view all the answers

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

Focusing on driving safely Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Pulling over if a text is urgent Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What caused Aaron Brookens' accident?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How does the author use statistics to support their argument?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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