Question

looking away from the roadway to get something out of the glove box is an example of which kind of distraction? select the best option. visual auditory biomechanical/manual cognitive if you need to review this content, it can be found in the distracted driving module of the safe driving practices topic.

Explanation:

• Visual distraction involves taking one's eyes off the road. Here, looking away from the roadway (even if it's to get something from the glove - box) is a visual distraction as it diverts the driver's visual focus from the road.
• Auditory distraction would involve something that takes attention away through sound (e.g., a very loud radio).
• Biomechanical/Manual distraction is about taking hands off the wheel (e.g., reaching far to the backseat). In this case, the main issue is visual.
• Cognitive distraction is when the mind is not focused on driving (e.g., day - dreaming).

Answer:

Visual