Car permit · Distraction and fatigue
Drowsiness starts to set in while you are at the wheel. What is your best course of action?
Correct answer: Pull over and stop driving.
Answer options
- APull over and stop driving Correct
- BTurn the radio up loud
- CDrink a strong cup of coffee
Why
Only rest cures drowsiness, so get off the road at a safe spot, such as a rest area, and take a break or a short nap. Coffee and loud music help only briefly, and a sleepy driver reacts slowly and makes poor decisions, much like a driver who has been drinking.
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Topic: Distraction and fatigue License: Car permit
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