Question

read this source of information.
(1) drivers must remain alert at all times, scanning the roadway for potential changes and dangers. (2) many activities distract drivers, such as eating, drinking, and changing the radio station. (3) conversations with other car occupants and text conversations are common distractions.(4) some studies suggest that texting doubles a drivers reaction time to roadway hazards.

which sentence from the source best supports the reason \texting should be banned because it impairs drivers\?
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Explanation:

This sentence directly provides evidence that texting impairs driving ability by increasing reaction time to hazards, which supports the claim that texting should be banned because it impairs drivers. The other sentences either discuss general driver alertness, non-texting distractions, or only note texting as a common distraction without evidence of impairment.

Answer:

1. Some studies suggest that texting doubles a driver's reaction time to roadway hazards.