Texas Challenge – Distracted Driving

Question #1: For a driver, how long can cognitive distraction persist after using hands-free technologies, according to research conducted by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety?

A. 3 seconds B. 12 seconds C. 18 seconds D. 27 seconds

Question #2: When experts at the National Safety Council talk about The Great Multi-Tasking Lie as it pertains to cell phone use and driving, they are referring to:

A. The myth involving the mind’s ability to juggle more than one piece of information at a time B. Two thinking tasks that trigger sensors in many areas of the brain C. The act of walking and chewing gum D. Both A and B

Question #3: In 2014, how many crashes statewide involved distracted driving, according to the Texas Department of Transportation?

A. 25,225 B. 75,500 C. 100,921 D. 133,750

Question #4: How many people died in distracted driving crashes in Texas in 2014?

A. 333 B. 483 C. 521 D. 793

Question #5: If hands-free cell phone use while driving is not risk free, why is it OK to carry on a conversation with a passenger?

A passenger provides another set of eyes A passenger is able to spot and point out driving hazards A passenger is able to recognize when traffic is challenging and stop talking All of the above