Alertness & Attitude
Using a hands-free phone while driving is allowed, but why is it still risky?
- ○It drains the battery
- ✓It distracts you from the road and slows your reactions
- ○It's illegal in towns
- ○It interferes with the radio
Correct answer
It distracts you from the road and slows your reactions
Even hands-free conversations distract you and slow your reactions. It's safest not to use any phone while driving (rule 149).
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