You can help reduce distracted driving by: committing to not drive while you're distracted, watching out for distracted drivers around you, and:

You can help reduce distracted driving by: committing to not drive while you're distracted, watching out for distracted drivers around you, and:

• A. Responding by managing distracted drivers once you spot them.
• B. Reporting the actions of distracted drivers in your area to FMCSA.
• C. Relaxing when behind the wheel with deep breaths.
• D. Recording the actions of other distracted drivers on the road.

Answer: (A)

Reducing distracted driving comes down to taking proactive, defensive actions on the road. After you’ve committed to not driving while distracted and you’re watching for distracted drivers around you, the best next step is to respond by actively managing the situation when you spot someone who’s not paying full attention. This means creating and preserving space: slow down if needed, increase following distance, and position your vehicle so you’re not in their blind spots or too close if they drift. By controlling your own actions and keeping a safe buffer, you reduce your risk without relying on the distracted driver to change. The other options don’t deliver an immediate, practical safety action you can take while driving: reporting to a regulator isn’t something you do as you’re on the road, trying to relax doesn’t address the risky behavior of others, and recording or documenting their actions won’t reduce the danger in the moment.

Reducing distracted driving comes down to taking proactive, defensive actions on the road. After you’ve committed to not driving while distracted and you’re watching for distracted drivers around you, the best next step is to respond by actively managing the situation when you spot someone who’s not paying full attention. This means creating and preserving space: slow down if needed, increase following distance, and position your vehicle so you’re not in their blind spots or too close if they drift. By controlling your own actions and keeping a safe buffer, you reduce your risk without relying on the distracted driver to change. The other options don’t deliver an immediate, practical safety action you can take while driving: reporting to a regulator isn’t something you do as you’re on the road, trying to relax doesn’t address the risky behavior of others, and recording or documenting their actions won’t reduce the danger in the moment.