#1
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of impaired driving on cognitive functioning?
Improved decision-making
ExplanationImpaired decision-making is a consequence of impaired driving.
#2
What is the term used to describe the practice of consuming alcohol or drugs before driving?
Pre-loading
ExplanationPre-loading refers to consuming alcohol or drugs before driving.
#3
Which of the following factors can affect an individual's level of impairment from alcohol?
All of the above
ExplanationVarious factors can affect an individual's level of impairment from alcohol.
#4
Which of the following statements about impaired driving is true?
It increases the risk of accidents
ExplanationImpaired driving increases the risk of accidents.
#5
What is the term for the ability to judge the distance between objects while driving?
Depth perception
ExplanationJudging the distance between objects while driving is called depth perception.
#6
What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers in most states?
0.08%
Explanation0.08% BAC is the legal limit for drivers in most states.
#7
Which area of the brain is particularly affected by alcohol consumption, leading to impaired driving?
Frontal lobe
ExplanationAlcohol consumption affects the frontal lobe, impairing driving.
#8
What effect does cannabis (marijuana) use have on driving abilities?
It impairs judgment and coordination
ExplanationCannabis use impairs judgment and coordination while driving.
#9
Which age group is most commonly involved in impaired driving accidents?
Teens and young adults
ExplanationTeens and young adults are most commonly involved in impaired driving accidents.
#10
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where individuals mistakenly believe they are unaffected by alcohol or drugs while driving?
Intoxication illusion
ExplanationIntoxication illusion is the mistaken belief of being unaffected by alcohol or drugs while driving.
#11
What is the term for the act of using a mobile phone while driving?
Distracted driving
ExplanationUsing a mobile phone while driving is known as distracted driving.
#12
Which cognitive function is particularly impaired by alcohol, leading to increased risk of accidents?
Attention
ExplanationAlcohol impairs attention, increasing the risk of accidents.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a potential sign of impairment while driving?
Maintaining a consistent speed
ExplanationMaintaining a consistent speed is not a sign of impairment.
#14
Which neurotransmitter system in the brain is significantly affected by alcohol, leading to impaired cognitive functioning?
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
ExplanationAlcohol affects GABA, leading to impaired cognitive functioning.
#15
What percentage of all traffic-related fatalities in the United States involve alcohol-impaired drivers?
30%
Explanation30% of traffic-related fatalities involve alcohol-impaired drivers.
#16
What is the term for the practice of combining alcohol with energy drinks, leading to increased impairment?
Alcohol synergy
ExplanationCombining alcohol with energy drinks leads to increased impairment, known as alcohol synergy.
#17
Which demographic group has the highest rate of seat belt use?
Adults aged 55 and older
ExplanationAdults aged 55 and older have the highest rate of seat belt use.
#18
What is the name of the test often used by law enforcement to measure blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?
Breathalyzer test
ExplanationThe Breathalyzer test is used to measure BAC.
#19
Which neurotransmitter is associated with the reward system in the brain and can be influenced by drugs, impacting driving behavior?
Dopamine
ExplanationDopamine is associated with the brain's reward system and can be influenced by drugs, affecting driving behavior.