New York DMV Permit Written TestSafe Driving PracticesMedium
Which of the following is an effective strategy to avoid drowsy driving?
- AOpening windows and turning up the radio.
- BDrinking coffee or energy drinks to stay awake.
- CTaking short, frequent naps during long trips.
- DPlanning to drive during your normal sleep hours.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Taking short, frequent naps during long trips.
The only truly effective way to combat drowsiness is to get adequate rest. Short naps can temporarily refresh you enough to reach a safe stopping point.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. These actions provide a temporary sensation of alertness but do not address actual fatigue.
- B. Stimulants like coffee provide only temporary effects and do not eliminate fatigue.
- D. Driving during normal sleep hours will significantly increase the risk of drowsy driving.
Combating Drowsy Driving
Strategies and actions to prevent and manage fatigue while operating a motor vehicle.
- Fatigue impairs driving ability.
- Naps are effective short-term solutions.
- Adequate sleep is the best prevention.
Memory trick: When driving weary, a quick nap makes the journey less dreary.