1. You should always wear your seat belt, even when driving a short distance.

2. It is safe to use your cell phone while driving as long as you are stopped at a red light.

3. Following too closely increases your risk of being involved in a crash because you have less time to react.

4. Drivers should slow down and increase their following distance when approaching work zones or areas with heavy traffic.

5. You should adjust your speed and following distance when driving in rain, snow, ice, or other poor conditions.

6. Checking or sending a quick text while driving is acceptable if you are familiar with the road.

7. Defensive driving means paying attention to what other drivers are doing and being prepared for their mistakes.

8. Fatigue can slow your reaction time and make driving more dangerous.

9. If you are running late, it is acceptable to speed to make up time as long as you drive carefully.

10. Before starting a trip, drivers should make sure their vehicle is in safe operating condition and that mirrors, lights, tires, and other important equipment are properly checked.

11. Why do you want to get home safely?