People driving under the influence of alcohol are:
- Not a problem in New York State.
- Every driver's problem. ✓
- A police enforcement problem only.
- Only a problem to those who drink.
Answer: B. Every driver's problem.
People driving under the influence of alcohol are every driver's problem.
Why this is the answer
The handbook calls impaired driving a serious traffic safety problem and says that when you drink alcohol or take other drugs, safe driving is not possible. It explains that even an impaired driver who does not crash is still dangerous, putting their own life and the lives of everyone sharing the road at risk. That is why the issue concerns all drivers, not only the person who drank.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A. Not a problem in New York State. — The handbook describes impaired driving as a serious traffic safety problem in New York State, so saying it is not a problem here contradicts the manual.
- C. A police enforcement problem only. — Enforcement is described as important, but the manual frames impaired driving as a safety problem that puts everyone on the road at risk, not just a police matter.
- D. Only a problem to those who drink. — The handbook says an impaired driver endangers the people they share the road with, so the harm is not limited to those who drink.
Remember it
Think of impaired driving as a hazard that travels with the driver: if they are on your road, their risk is your risk too.