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Question 3309

Does alcohol affect reaction distance?

  1. No, the driver's condition does not affect reaction distance; it depends only on the vehicle's condition.
  2. No, but it does affect braking distance.
  3. Yes, because it affects reaction time.
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Correct answer: Yes, because it affects reaction time.

Alcohol can delay the driver's response. Taking longer to react means the vehicle travels farther before braking begins.

Cuestiones de Seguridad Vial. Edición 2026