Question

use of certain medications, like sedatives, antidepressants and some antihistamines.
consumption of alcohol or certain other drugs, which interact with and can add to drowsiness.
if you recognize that you are drowsy, get off the road. drivers who choose to stay on the road instead of pulling off to rest need a wake - up call! go to a well - lit parking lot or rest area and sleep for at least 15 - 20 mins. its amazing how a few minutes of rest can help when youre fatigued. before you get behind the wheel again, get some exercise. jump up and down, do jumping jacks, or jog down the block and back. get your blood circulating and your heart pumping; you will feel and see so much better. drink a coffee or a soda and eat a snack.
other suggestions for staying awake and alert behind the wheel include:
turn on the air conditioning.
roll down the window.
if you have passengers, have one stay awake to talk with you, or better yet, switch off driving.
turn on the radio and sing along.
continuously move your eyes while driving as it will help you keep more alert.
keep in mind, however, that while drinking caffeine, rolling down the window or singing along to the radio can increase alertness for a short period, these are not effective to maintain alertness to drive safely over a long period of time. the only recipe for success in these instances is sleep!
before taking a long road trip make sure to do the following:
check your prescription and over - the - counter medication labels to see if drowsiness can result from use. if youre taking medication that causes drowsiness, do not drive!
plan rest stops before you leave. you should take one at least every two hours or 100 miles.
when you stop, eat a small snack.
take a short, brisk walk before getting back into your vehicle.
if you drive, avoid driving during peak sleepiness periods (midnight to 6 a.m. and then in the late afternoon), when possible. if you must drive during peak sleepiness periods, stay vigilant for signs of fatigue, such as crossing over roadway lines or hitting a rumble strip, especially when driving alone.
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chapter 4 quiz

1. which of the following is an example of aggressive driving behavior?

a. driving the speed limit in the right lane
b. tailgating another vehicle
c. forgetting to use your turn signal to change lanes

1. according to the nhtsa, what is the definition of \aggressive driving\?

a. driving slightly over the speed limit
b. the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger other persons or property
c. honking the horn excessively

Explanation:

1. El acoso al vehículo delante (tailgating) es un comportamiento agresivo al conducir, ya que puede causar peligro. Los otros son infracciones menores.
2. La definición oficial de conducción agresiva por parte de la NHSTA es operar un vehículo de motor de manera que ponga en peligro o sea probable que ponga en peligro a otras personas o propiedades. El sonar el claxon en exceso puede ser parte de eso, pero la definición general abarca más.

Answer:

1. B. Tailgating another vehicle
2. B. The operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger other persons or property