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Impairment, Fatigue & Distraction

What is the only dependable cure for drowsy driving?

  • A.Sleep, or stopping driving until you can sleep
  • B.Coffee and an energy drink
  • C.Opening the window for cold air
  • D.Turning the radio up loud
Correct answer

A. Sleep, or stopping driving until you can sleep

Why

Stimulants, cold air, and noise may mask sleepiness for a few minutes, but the brain's need for sleep keeps growing. The safe fix is to stop in a safe place and sleep, even a short nap is better than pushing on.

Manual topic: Safe Driving - Staying Alert and Fit to Drive · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-059).

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