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QuizMultiple Choice

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs

Question 18 • GA-GSE Health Education

In some states, medical marijuana is legal. This means that people who need to take marijuana because of a medical condition may take it only with approval from the doctor. However, officers still advise these people not to drive while under the influence.What is the main reason for this?

Answer
A
They would become dangerous to themselves and other people.
B
They would not able to read and follow street signs.
C
They would not be capable of staying in only one lane.
D
They would become dangerous to wildlife that may be present.

Explanation

Marijuana can impair judgment, attention, coordination, and reaction time. These effects can make driving unsafe and put both the driver and others on the road at risk. Therefore, the main reason is that drivers under the influence could become dangerous to themselves and other people.

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