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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Canada
True/false 17 Canada 15 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Show all 582
What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

301. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Window lock.
Boot release.
Mirror adjustment.
✓ Child safety lock.

This control activates the child safety lock. It helps prevent a rear door from being opened from inside the vehicle, depending on the vehicle and system design.

Child safety lock control and symbol
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What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

302. What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

For overtaking slow-moving traffic.
For allowing faster vehicles to pass.
✓ For emergencies and breakdowns.
For driving when the motorway is busy.

A motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder is primarily intended for emergencies and breakdowns, not normal driving. In some places it may be opened temporarily as a traffic lane when signs or signals specifically permit this.

Motorway hard shoulder beside the traffic lanes
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What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

303. What should you do before refuelling a petrol or diesel vehicle?

Keep the engine idling if the vehicle is outside.
Switch on the hazard lights while refuelling.
Increase the engine speed before removing the fuel cap.
✓ Switch off the engine before starting to refuel.

Switch off the engine before refuelling. Fuel vapours are flammable, so avoid ignition sources and follow the safety instructions at the filling station. If fuel is spilled, do not start the vehicle until the situation has been made safe.

Vehicle at a pump before refuelling
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Why should a child use a suitable child restraint?

304. Why should a child use a suitable child restraint?

To make it easier for the child to sleep.
To make the seat belt more comfortable.
✓ To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision.
To prevent the vehicle from braking suddenly.

A suitable child restraint is designed to protect a child according to their size and development. It helps position and restrain the child correctly, reducing the risk of serious injury in a collision or sudden stop.

Child secured in a suitable car seat
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What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

305. What should you do when a road worker directs traffic?

Follow the normal traffic signs instead.
Follow the vehicle ahead instead of the worker's signal.
✓ Follow the worker's signals and instructions.
Obey only if traffic has completely stopped.

Authorised road workers may control traffic through a work zone. Watch carefully and follow their directions.

Road worker directing traffic
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What should you do if your vehicle becomes stuck on a railway crossing?

306. What should you do if your vehicle becomes stuck on a railway crossing?

Stay inside the vehicle and call for assistance.
Move everyone beside the vehicle while waiting.
✓ Get everyone out, move away, and contact the emergency services.
Walk along the tracks to look for help.

Move everyone well away from the tracks. Use the crossing emergency telephone or displayed contact information where available, or contact the emergency services immediately.

Vehicle stranded on a railway crossing
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

307. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Mirror adjustment.
✓ Electric window control.
Window lock.
Child safety lock.

This control operates the vehicle's electric windows. Pressing or pulling the switch lowers or raises the corresponding window.

Switch for operating an electric window
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How should you use the clutch and accelerator when moving off?

308. How should you use the clutch and accelerator when moving off?

✓ Release the clutch smoothly while applying the accelerator progressively.
Release the clutch suddenly without using the accelerator.
Keep the clutch fully pressed while accelerating.
Press the brake and accelerator together.

When moving off, release the clutch pedal smoothly through the biting point while applying the accelerator progressively. This helps the vehicle move away smoothly without stalling or excessive engine speed.

Coordinating the clutch and accelerator when moving off
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

309. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low tyre pressure.
Power-steering warning.
✓ Electronic stability control.
Anti-lock braking system.

This symbol relates to the electronic stability control (ESC) system. It may flash when the system is actively helping to maintain stability. If it remains illuminated, the system may be switched off or have a fault.

Electronic stability control symbol on the dashboard
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You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

310. You should keep both hands ready to control the steering.

✓ True.
False.

Keeping proper control of the steering wheel helps you react safely to changes in traffic and road conditions.

Driver keeping both hands on the steering wheel
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What should you do if another driver behaves aggressively towards you?

311. What should you do if another driver behaves aggressively towards you?

Follow them closely to show your disapproval.
✓ Stay calm, avoid confrontation, and create more distance.
Respond with your horn and gestures.
Stop beside them so you can discuss the problem.

If another driver behaves aggressively, do not retaliate or become involved in a confrontation. Stay calm, increase the distance between you, and let the other vehicle move away when possible. If you feel threatened, go to a safe public place and seek appropriate assistance.

Driver facing aggressive behaviour from another road user
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Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

312. Which vehicles are especially vulnerable to strong crosswinds?

Vehicles without winter tyres.
Low, heavily loaded vehicles.
✓ High-sided vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans.
Vehicles with full fuel tanks.

High-sided vehicles can be pushed sideways because of their large side area. Cyclists and motorcyclists can also be strongly affected by sudden gusts.

High-sided vehicle exposed to crosswinds
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What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

313. What should you do if another road user makes a mistake?

Drive closer so they notice your presence.
Immediately overtake them to get past the situation.
✓ Stay calm and avoid creating more danger.
Keep your course and expect them to correct their mistake.

Road users can make mistakes. Staying calm and reacting safely helps prevent crashes.

Driver responding to another road user's mistake
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

314. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Ride as close to the edge of the road as possible.
Follow a large vehicle closely for protection from the wind.
Make sudden steering movements whenever the wind changes.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

Motorcyclist riding in strong crosswinds
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

315. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Front fog lights.
Rear fog lights.
Sidelights.
✓ Main beam.

This symbol indicates that the main beam headlights are switched on. Main beam illuminates the road farther ahead but can dazzle other road users, so it should be changed to dipped headlights when necessary.

Main-beam headlight symbol on the dashboard
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What wording is commonly shown on give-way signs in Canada?

316. What wording is commonly shown on give-way signs in Canada?

✓ No wording.
GIVE WAY.
YIELD.
STOP.

Give-way signs in Canada normally use the inverted triangular symbol without wording.

Wording used on give-way and yield signs
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

317. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Instrument-panel brightness.
Parking lights.
✓ Interior lighting.
Dipped headlights.

This control operates the vehicle's interior lighting. Depending on the vehicle, the lights can be switched on manually or set to illuminate automatically when a door is opened.

Control for the vehicle's interior lighting
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What should you do when crossing a road with no marked crossing nearby?

318. What should you do when crossing a road with no marked crossing nearby?

Cross between parked vehicles if traffic seems quiet.
Cross where the road is narrowest, even if visibility is poor.
✓ Choose a place with a clear view in both directions.
Cross diagonally to spend less time in each lane.

If there is no marked crossing nearby, choose a safe place where you can clearly see approaching traffic.

Pedestrian preparing to cross a road without a marked crossing
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Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

319. Why should you keep your windscreen clean?

✓ To see the road clearly.
To make the headlights brighter.
To improve engine cooling.
To reduce fuel consumption.

A clean windscreen gives you a clear view of the road, signs, pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles.

Cleaning a windscreen to improve the driver's view
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Why should you leave a much larger following distance on an icy road?

320. Why should you leave a much larger following distance on an icy road?

✓ Because stopping distances can be much longer.
To prevent ice from forming on the windscreen.
Because ice increases tyre wear.
To give the engine more time to warm up.

Tyres have much less grip on ice, so braking takes longer. Extra distance gives you more time to slow down safely.

Following distance between vehicles on an icy road
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Where should passengers get in or out of a vehicle when possible?

321. Where should passengers get in or out of a vehicle when possible?

✓ On the side away from moving traffic.
From the driver's side in every situation.
From the rear door nearest the centre of the road.
On the side closest to approaching traffic.

Passengers should get in or out on the side away from moving traffic whenever possible. This is particularly important for children, who may not recognise approaching traffic or other road users. Before opening any door, check that it is safe.

Passenger leaving a vehicle on the side away from traffic
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Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

322. Why should you avoid blocking a junction?

Traffic lights may stop working.
✓ Other traffic needs space to move safely.
Your stopping distance becomes longer.
Vehicles in a junction lose priority.

Blocking a junction can prevent vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians from moving safely. Enter only when there is enough space to drive through and clear the junction.

Traffic blocking a road junction
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What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

323. What should you do with the steering wheel after completing a turn?

Turn it quickly in the opposite direction.
✓ Guide it smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position.
Release it completely and let it spin freely.
Hold it in the turned position.

After completing a turn, guide the steering wheel smoothly back towards the straight-ahead position while maintaining control. Do not allow the wheel to spin freely through your hands.

Guiding the steering wheel back after a turn
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What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

324. What should you expect when lanes become narrower in roadworks?

✓ Less space between your vehicle, barriers, and other traffic.
Large vehicles must stop before entering the narrow section.
Temporary lane markings no longer need to be followed.
The speed limit automatically increases.

Narrow lanes leave less room for error. Keep a steady position, avoid drifting toward barriers or nearby vehicles, and reduce speed if necessary.

Narrow traffic lanes through roadworks
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

325. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Front windscreen demister.
✓ Windscreen washer.
Windscreen wiper speed.
Rear window demister.

This symbol indicates the windscreen washer. Operating the control sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen and normally activates the wipers to help clean the glass.

Windscreen-washer control and spray symbol
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What should you do if the pedestrian light is red?

326. What should you do if the pedestrian light is red?

✓ Wait until it turns green.
Cross if there is a large enough gap in traffic.
Cross if another pedestrian has already started.
Cross if nearby vehicles appear to have stopped.

A red pedestrian signal means you should wait before crossing.

Red pedestrian signal at a crossing
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What can uneven tyre wear indicate?

327. What can uneven tyre wear indicate?

The vehicle has been driven mainly at low speeds.
The wheels are correctly aligned.
The tyres have reached normal operating temperature.
✓ Incorrect pressure, poor alignment, or a suspension or braking problem.

Uneven wear may result from incorrect tyre pressure, wheel misalignment, worn suspension parts, or a brake that is not releasing properly.

Uneven wear across a vehicle tyre
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What should you do before joining a motorway?

328. What should you do before joining a motorway?

Check your mirrors only and assume the blind spot is clear.
✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot, signal, and look for a safe gap.
Wait until the end of the slip road before checking for a gap.
Signal and expect motorway traffic to make space for you.

Observe motorway traffic early, signal clearly, and merge only when there is a safe gap.

Driver checking motorway traffic before merging
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What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

329. What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

Replace only the seat cover.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.
Repair damaged parts yourself.
Keep using it if no damage is visible.

A child restraint may be damaged in a collision even when the damage is not obvious. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, as the restraint may need to be inspected or replaced before it is used again.

Child car seat requiring inspection after a collision
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Does opening a window make an alcohol-impaired driver safe?

330. Does opening a window make an alcohol-impaired driver safe?

Yes, if you also drink some water.
✓ No, fresh air does not remove alcohol from the body.
Yes, because fresh air helps you sober up.
Yes, but only when driving slowly.

Fresh air may make someone feel more awake, but it does not reduce their alcohol concentration or restore safe driving ability.

Open car window and an alcohol-impaired driver
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What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

331. What should you do before overtaking another vehicle?

Move out first and check whether the road is clear.
✓ Make sure it is safe and allowed.
Signal and expect other traffic to make room.
Overtake whenever the vehicle ahead is moving slowly.

Before overtaking, check the road, mirrors, blind spots, signs, and markings, use your indicator, and only overtake when it is safe and permitted.

Vehicle preparing to overtake another vehicle
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What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

332. What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

Make large steering corrections as soon as it turns.
Watch only the trailer and ignore surrounding traffic.
Ask a guide to stand directly behind the trailer.
✓ Reverse slowly and make small steering corrections.

Trailers react quickly to steering while reversing. Move slowly, observe carefully, and use a guide only from a safe visible position.

Vehicle reversing with a trailer
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How should you check the engine oil level?

333. How should you check the engine oil level?

Fill the engine until oil reaches the filler opening.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions with the vehicle on level ground.
Check it while the engine is running at high speed.
Use the coolant reservoir to measure the oil level.

Use the dipstick or electronic oil-level system as described in the owner's manual. The engine is usually switched off, and the vehicle should be standing on level ground.

Checking the engine oil level
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What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

334. What should cyclists do when approaching a junction?

Maintain your speed if no traffic is visible.
Rely on other road users to give way to you.
✓ Reduce speed, observe carefully, and be ready to stop.
Accelerate so you spend less time at the junction.

Junctions create conflict points between road users. Slowing down gives you more time to see hazards and react safely.

Cyclist approaching a road junction
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What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

335. What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

The brakes will automatically cool while being used.
✓ The brakes may overheat and become less effective.
The brakes may become more effective as they heat up.
Nothing, if the brake fluid level is correct.

Continuous braking can cause the brakes to overheat and fade, reducing braking performance. Use a lower gear to help control speed with engine braking.

Vehicle braking during a long descent
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What is black ice?

336. What is black ice?

Ice that forms only during darkness.
Frozen mud covering the road surface.
Snow mixed with road dirt.
✓ A thin, often transparent layer of ice that can be difficult to see.

Black ice is difficult to detect because the road surface may look merely wet. It can cause a sudden and severe loss of grip.

Thin ice covering a road surface
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What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

337. What should you do if your windscreen becomes covered with mud or spray?

Increase speed so the airflow clears the windscreen.
Switch off the wipers until the windscreen dries.
Use the demister instead of the washers.
✓ Slow down and use the washers and wipers to restore clear vision.

Clear visibility is essential. Slow down safely and use your washers and wipers until you can see the road clearly again.

Mud and spray obscuring a vehicle's windscreen
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Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

338. Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

Temporary surfaces make the brakes colder.
Temporary roads always slope downhill.
✓ Loose gravel, mud, or uneven material may reduce tyre grip.
Roadworks switch off anti-lock braking.

Temporary surfaces may provide less grip than normal asphalt. Reduce speed and allow more distance for braking.

Loose or uneven road surface through roadworks
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Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

339. Why is it dangerous to cross while listening to loud music?

It makes you walk more slowly across the road.
Drivers may not hear you crossing.
Music can make you lose your balance.
✓ You may not hear approaching traffic.

Loud music can reduce your awareness of vehicles, bicycles, horns, and other warning sounds.

Pedestrian listening to music while crossing the road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

340. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Service or maintenance required.
Brake-system warning.
Charging-system warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates that the vehicle requires servicing or maintenance. The exact meaning and required maintenance can vary between vehicles, so check the vehicle information display or owner's manual.

Service reminder symbol on the dashboard
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How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

341. How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

To show mainly the rear seats.
To show the driver's face.
✓ To give a clear view through the rear window.
To point towards the left door mirror.

Adjust the interior rear-view mirror before driving so that you have a clear view through the rear window without needing to move your head significantly.

Adjusting the interior rear-view mirror
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What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

342. What should you expect after one wild animal crosses the road?

You can continue normally once the animal has passed.
The road is likely to remain clear.
✓ More animals may follow.
Wild animals normally cross roads one at a time.

Many animals travel in groups. Slow down and continue watching both sides of the road.

Wild animals crossing a road
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Why is adequate tyre tread important?

343. Why is adequate tyre tread important?

✓ It helps maintain grip and move water away from the tyre.
It increases the amount of power from the engine.
It keeps the tyres from becoming warm while driving.
It prevents tyres from losing air pressure.

Tyre tread helps the vehicle grip the road and disperse water. Worn tread increases the risk of skidding and aquaplaning, especially in wet conditions.

Tread grooves on a vehicle tyre
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What may happen when you press the accelerator fully in an automatic vehicle?

344. What may happen when you press the accelerator fully in an automatic vehicle?

The parking brake applies automatically.
✓ The transmission may shift to a lower gear for stronger acceleration.
The engine switches off.
The transmission selects Park.

In many automatic vehicles, pressing the accelerator fully can activate kickdown, causing the transmission to select a lower gear and provide stronger acceleration.

Accelerator-pedal operation for automatic kickdown
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What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

345. What should you do if traffic beyond a railway crossing is blocked?

Enter the crossing and wait for traffic to move.
✓ Wait until there is enough space to clear the tracks completely.
Stop on the tracks if no train is visible.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely across the tracks.

Never enter a railway crossing unless you can clear the tracks completely. If traffic ahead is blocked, wait before the crossing so you cannot become trapped on the railway.

Congested traffic beyond a railway crossing
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Why should you take care when parking a motorcycle on soft ground?

346. Why should you take care when parking a motorcycle on soft ground?

The brakes may lock while the motorcycle is parked.
✓ The stand may sink into the ground and the motorcycle could fall.
The tyres may immediately lose air pressure.
The engine may become difficult to start.

On soft or unstable ground, the side or centre stand can sink or move, causing the motorcycle to fall. Park on a firm, stable surface or use a suitable support under the stand when necessary.

Motorcycle stand resting on soft ground
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How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

347. How should you pass a large vehicle in strong winds?

Accelerate sharply as soon as you start passing.
✓ Be prepared for sudden wind changes when passing.
Use the horn before moving alongside the vehicle.
Stay close beside it to remain sheltered from the wind.

Large vehicles can block wind and then expose you to strong gusts when you pass them.

Vehicle passing a large vehicle in windy conditions
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

348. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Seat ventilation.
✓ Seat heating.
Heated steering wheel.
Air conditioning.

This control activates the seat heating, which warms the seat cushion and, on many vehicles, the backrest. Several heat levels may be available.

Heated-seat control and symbol
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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

349. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.
Increase speed to warm the brakes.
Brake hard several times to dry them quickly.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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Why should you avoid using a phone while driving?

350. Why should you avoid using a phone while driving?

Because it can cause road rage.
Because it can make your reactions faster.
Because it can disable the cruise control system.
✓ Because it distracts you from the road.

Using a phone while driving reduces attention, reaction time, and control of the vehicle. A hands-free system may reduce the need to handle the phone, but the conversation itself can still be distracting.

Phone distracting a driver from the road
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