Skip to content
AMDifficulty 2/5

Does driver tiredness or fatigue have a negative effect on driving?

Correct answer

Yes, because it increases the driver's reaction time.

Fatigue has a negative effect on driving, resulting in a decrease in the driver's performance, which means driving below normal safety levels. Among other symptoms, psychological fatigue causes a reduction in the driver's ability to concentrate and an increase in reaction time.

Practice more AM licence questions

A self-check with exam-style questions on Risk factors. Free, no signup.

All options

  • No, because the driver is more cautious when tired.

  • No, this circumstance has no effect on driving.

  • Yes, because it increases the driver's reaction time.

Editorial status: editorially approved. This status does not certify legal review. Report a correction

Share this question

Keep studying

Glossary terms in this question

Related questions