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Distracted driving is the presence of anything that can distract a driver's physical
and mental attention from driving. In 2008, nearly 6,000 people died in crashes
involving a distracted driver, and more than half a million were injured.*
Are you at risk of being a contributor in a crash resulting from distracted driving? This self-assessment may help you make that determination. For the most useful results, please thoughtfully consider each question and give an honest response. Results are for your eyes only. * National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
ARE YOU A DISTRACTED DRIVER?
When driving, do you...
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Adjust the mirrors and seats, or locate accessory controls and climate settings as you are driving?
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Focus your attention on children or pets, rather than concentrate on the task of driving?
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Eat food or drink beverages while the vehicle is in motion?
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Make or take calls on either a hands-free or hand-held mobile phone while driving?
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Manage your sound or entertainment system while the vehicle is in motion?
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Check your email, search Internet or text while the vehicle is in motion?
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Attend to personal grooming tasks such as shaving or putting on makeup as you are driving?
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Read articles, maps, work-related materials, books, etc. while the vehicle is in motion?
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Set or adjust navigational devices while the vehicle is in motion?
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Search or retrieve items in a purse, glove compartment, briefcase or pockets while the vehicle is in motion?
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Become lost in thought and unaware of your surroundings?
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