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Distracted driving???Is it really worth it???

ByMatthew Kaps

Topics of discussion!!

• Different types of Distracted driving.

• Statistics • Ways to prevent distracted driving.

• Consequence if you continue to text and drive.

What is distracted driving?

Any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving.

Distraction.gov

Three main types of distractions

• Manual: Taking you hands of the wheel.

• Visual: Taking you eyes of the road.

• Cognitive: Taking your mind off driving

Nhtsa.gov

Types of Distracted driving.

• Texting!

• Talking on the cell phone !

• Putting your make-up on !

• Using your GPS !

How to prevent ??

• Store items that will roll around in your car in a place that prevents them from moving.

• Do not use electronic devices while driving put them away.

• Finish all grooming before you leave the house

• Set your destination on your GPS before you leave.

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Consequence !!!!!!