Alcohol, drugs and fatigueQuestion 249 of 296

You are very angry after an argument and you want to drive. What is the safe choice?

  1. Do not drive until you can give the road all your attention
  2. Drive fast to let the anger out
  3. Drive with the radio loud to calm down
  4. Drive on quiet roads only
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Correct answer: Do not drive until you can give the road all your attention

Strong emotions take your attention from the road. Take a deep breath, or a short walk, and drive when you are calm.

Source: Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook (Service Nova Scotia, 2000, reprinted with revisions to 2017), Chapter 6, Driving and Impairment: Emotional and physical stress, page 161

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026