Question

when driving while using a cell phone, you will often fail to see other highway users approaching your vehicle.

true
false

Explanation:

Analyze the effects of cell phone use on visual attention

Using a cell phone while driving causes cognitive distraction, which diverts mental focus away from the road. This phenomenon, known as inattention blindness, significantly reduces a driver's situational awareness.

Evaluate the statement

Because cognitive resources are directed toward the phone conversation or task, a driver will frequently fail to perceive other highway users, hazards, or approaching vehicles, even if they look directly at them. Therefore, the statement is correct.

Answer:

• True (Correct answer)
• False