How does alcohol affect your driving?
- A It speeds up your reactions
- B It increases your awareness
- C It improves your coordination
- D It reduces your concentration
Why this is the answer
Concentration and good judgement are needed to be a good, safe driver. You're strongly advised not to drink any alcohol before driving. Alcohol can stay in your system for 24-48 hours, so you should also consider your intake the day and night before driving.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- It speeds up your reactions — Reactions slow down rather than speeding up.
- B
- It increases your awareness — Awareness falls, which is why risks stop registering.
- C
- It improves your coordination — Coordination is among the first things alcohol takes.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 1
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 1
- The Highway Code — rule 95
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
Where this question comes from
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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