The fall and winter months usher in gray, wet, slippery weather—a hindrance to both driving visibility and performance. Foul conditions combined with distracted driving can lead to disastrous results. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2015 was the deadliest year on the road since 2008, with a 7.2% increase in deaths on the road from 2014. Do you know how to handle common behind-the-wheel issues and distractions? Take this quiz to test your knowledge.
(A)Pump the brakes
(B)Slowly ease off the accelerator and steer toward an open space
(A)Brake and hit the horn
(B)Swerve and hit the horn
(A)3 seconds
(B)5 seconds
(A)Pull over somewhere safe to take a short nap and grab a cup of coffee
(B)Speed up and get to your destination quickly
(A)Your high beam lights
(B)Your low beam lights
(A)Visual, manual, and cognitive
(B)Visual, manual, and emotional
(A)Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel and keep calm
(B)Pump the brakes and veer to the side of the road