Distracted driving:
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Is never dangerous.
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Is only dangerous for inexperienced drivers.
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Usually causes the driver to drive slower.
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Causes the driver to react more slowly to hazards.
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Explanation
When a driver is distracted, their attention is diverted from the road and the driving task at hand. This results in a slower reaction time to hazards, as the driver is not fully focused on the road and the surrounding environment. When a driver is distracted, they are less likely to notice visual and audio cues, such as a pedestrian crossing the road or a car making a sudden stop, which increases the likelihood of a crash. Drivers should minimize distractions and remain fully focused on the road at all times.
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