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Topic: The driver's condition · Nº 434 / 590

¿Se puede tener un accidente por somnolencia sin estar completamente dormido?

Can you have an accident because of drowsiness without being completely asleep?

  • ASí, pero solo de noche.Yes, but only at night.
  • BNo.No.
  • CSí, los primeros síntomas de somnolencia ya afectan la conducción.Yes, the first symptoms of drowsiness already affect driving.
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Correct answer

  • CSí, los primeros síntomas de somnolencia ya afectan la conducción.Yes, the first symptoms of drowsiness already affect driving.
Explanation

Drowsiness harms the ability to drive, even before you fall completely asleep. According to the General Traffic Regulations, the symptoms of drowsiness include difficulty concentrating and reduced attention, which can lead to accidents. So it is important to recognise the first signs of tiredness, because they can put safety on the road at risk.

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