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Question 7956

Which of the following behaviors is commonly observed in a driver who is talking on a cell phone while driving, increasing the risk of an accident?

  1. Deviation from the path of travel, including drifting out of the lane.
  2. Driving without a gear engaged, especially on uphill grades.
  3. Keeping the rear windows open to improve reception.
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Correct answer: Deviation from the path of travel, including drifting out of the lane.

While you talk on your cell phone, the car drifts from its path without you noticing, and you can leave your lane, run off the road, or move into oncoming traffic. This is the most common behavior among people who drive while talking on the phone.

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