Module 7 Test

Most crashes are caused by

• vehicle malfunctions

• poor road conditions

• driver error

• senior citizens

The greatest cause of distracted driving accidents is

• passengers

• pets

• loud music

• texting while driving

It is illegal to text and drive in Virginia

• for all drivers

• there is no law about texting and driving

• only at night

• only for teen drivers

Distracted driving is anything that takes you away from the driving task

• true

• false

What types of drivers are more susceptible to distraction while driving?

• novice drivers

• experienced drivers

• senior drivers

• all of the above

"Distracted driving" has been defined as

• anything that causes a driver to lose control of his/her vehicle.

• anything that takes a driver's attention away from driving.

• anything that causes a driver to brake unexpectedly.

• anything that causes a driver to "rubberneck".

Cost associated with distracted driving related crashes could include

• property damage

• fines associated with criminal charges

• monies awarded because of civil lawsuits

• all of the above

While driving, drivers should pay attention to all of the following except

• other vehicles

• aircraft, directly overhead

• pedestrians

• lane positon

Drivers who text are ____________ times more likely to get involved in a crash.

• 2

• 5

• 14

• 23

The responsibility for driving safely and remaining free from distractions rest with

• the State Department of Motor Vehicles

• passengers

• the driver

• the vehicle's condition