Distracted driving increases crash risk by what?

• A. It improves focus and reaction time.
• B. It diverts attention, hands, and eyes from the road, significantly increasing crash risk.
• C. It has no effect if you are using hands-free devices.
• D. It only affects driving in urban areas.

Answer: (B)

Distraction pulls visual, manual, and cognitive resources away from driving. When you look away from the road, take your hands off the wheel, or let your mind wander, your ability to notice hazards, judge speeds, and react quickly drops, greatly increasing crash risk. Even with hands-free devices, the brain is still managing another task, so cognitive distraction remains a danger. And distraction affects driving in any setting, not just in city areas.