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Chapter 1: Section 1 September 7 Pages 12 - 13 Checking Up Questions Please move these to your chapter 1 page after the investigation so you can have a whole page for chapter 1. 1. How do distractions affect reaction time?
 * They slow down what your initial reaction time would be if you were focusing on the task at hand. While driving, you are watching the road, listening to music, or talking with another passenger. Thus, resulting in creating a distraction for yourself and overall affecting your reaction time.

2. Why is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs illegal?
 * They significantly slow down a person's reaction time. However, some drugs that are legal still say not to operate machinery while taking the medication.

3. Name three factors in addition to distraction and drugs or alcohol that can affect reaction time.
 * If driving, harsh light (either from the sun or headlights from oncoming cars)
 * Laughter
 * In a confusing situation