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## Teen Drivers at Higher Risk for Injury According to researchers, teen drivers (ages 16-19) are **three times** more likely than adult drivers to be in a fatal motor vehicle accident. Teen drivers are significantly more likely to engage in behaviors that increase their risk of possibly fatal acc...

## Teen Drivers at Higher Risk for Injury According to researchers, teen drivers (ages 16-19) are **three times** more likely than adult drivers to be in a fatal motor vehicle accident. Teen drivers are significantly more likely to engage in behaviors that increase their risk of possibly fatal accidents: * texting or using phones while driving * driving with more than one passenger under 18 years of age * distracted driving * not using seatbelts **Figure 1.8** Risky behaviors, such as texting and driving, are common among teens. These types of actions are behavioral risk factors for accidents and injuries.