If you must use a phone while driving, what is the recommended approach?

• A. Honk to alert others.
• B. Text while driving.
• C. Use a hands-free device and keep conversations brief and safe.
• D. Pull over before using the phone.

Answer: (C)

Using a phone while driving splits your attention into manual, visual, and cognitive tasks. If you must use it, a hands-free device helps keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road, and keeping the conversation brief reduces the mental load that can slow your reaction time. If you expect a longer or more complex discussion, the safer choice is to pull over before using the phone. Texting while driving or trying to flag others with a honk increases risk, so they should be avoided.