Safe drivingQuestion 162 of 215

How does alcohol change the way a driver sees the road?

  1. The driver sees far objects more clearly.
  2. The driver sees better in the dark.
  3. The driver cannot judge the distance or speed of other vehicles.
  4. The driver sees a wider area at each side.
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Correct answer: The driver cannot judge the distance or speed of other vehicles.

Alcohol reduces depth perception and side vision. The driver may not judge other vehicles well or see hazards that come from the side.

Source: Yukon Driver's Basic Handbook: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Yukon, © 2022), Chapter 7, Alcohol impaired driving, page 100

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026