Question

read this source of information.
(1) drivers must remain alert at all times, scanning the roadway for potential changes and dangers. (2) many activities distract drivers, such as eating, drinking, and changing the radio station. (3) conversations with other car occupants and text conversations are common distractions.(4) some studies suggest that texting doubles a driver’s reaction time to roadway hazards.
which sentence from the source best supports the reason “texting should be banned because it impairs drivers”?
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Explanation:

To determine which sentence supports "texting should be banned because it impairs drivers", we analyze each:

• Sentence 1: Talks about drivers needing to be alert, not about texting impairment.
• Sentence 2: Lists other distractions (eating, etc.), not texting's impact.
• Sentence 3: States text conversations are a distraction but doesn't show impairment.
• Sentence 4: Says texting doubles reaction time to hazards, directly showing how it impairs driving (slower reaction = impairment), supporting the ban reason.

Answer:

1. Some studies suggest that texting doubles a driver’s reaction time to roadway hazards.