Question

chapter 13 worksheet: distractions, drowsiness & emotions behind the wheel
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section 1: distracted and inattentive driving

1. define the following terms in your own words:

• distracted driving:
• inattentive driving:

1. what percentage of crashes involve driver inattention?

• 25%
• 50%
• 80%
• 95%

1. list three ways distractions can affect driving:

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1. match the distraction type with the example:

type of distraction example
____ physical a. thinking about a personal problem
____ mental b. reaching for a dropped phone

section 2: common distractions

1. circle all that are considered inside-the-vehicle distractions:

Explanation:

1. Definitions are simplified, driver-focused descriptions.
2. Traffic safety data shows 80% of crashes link to inattention.
3. Distractions impair core driving abilities.
4. Physical distractions involve body movement; mental involve thoughts.

Answer:

1.

• Distracted Driving: Driving while diverted from the task by external/ internal stimuli (e.g., phone use, adjusting controls)
• Inattentive Driving: Driving without full focus on the road, even without an obvious distraction (e.g., daydreaming)

1. 80%

3.

• Slow reaction time to hazards
• Impaired ability to stay in lanes
• Increased risk of missing traffic signals/signs

4.

• Physical: B. Reaching for a dropped phone
• Mental: A. Thinking about a personal problem

1. (Note: No options provided for this question; if options were present, circle items that occur inside the vehicle, such as adjusting the radio, interacting with passengers, or reaching for items in the car)