Mobile Phone and Distractions - Driver theory Test

Using a handheld phone while driving.

Brazilian traffic law bans the use of handheld devices while operating a vehicle.

Typing a message on your phone at a red light.

Even when stopped, drivers must not use phones for texting or browsing.

Holding a phone to use GPS while driving.

GPS use must be hands-free and securely mounted.

Talking on speakerphone while holding the phone.

Hands-free must mean no physical handling of the device.

Using a Bluetooth headset while driving.

Hands-free devices like Bluetooth headsets are permitted if they don’t distract the driver.

Checking social media at a stop sign.

Distraction at any point during driving is a violation.

Watching videos on an infotainment screen.

Screens should only show driving-related data when the vehicle is moving.

Interacting with touch-screen infotainment systems.

Use should not take eyes off the road or hands off the wheel for long.

Taking a phone call using steering wheel controls.

Integrated vehicle systems for calls are allowed under law.

Reading notifications on your phone while moving.

Any visual interaction with the phone while driving is a distraction.

Using voice commands to send texts.

Voice control must not distract from driving or compromise safety.

Placing phone on lap for calls.

The phone must not be in the driver’s hand or lap while driving.

Using phone while stuck in traffic.

Distraction rules apply regardless of traffic speed or congestion.

Mounting the phone on the windshield for GPS.

Phone mounts must not obstruct visibility or controls.

Using the phone in a drive-through.

Usage is acceptable when not actively driving and vehicle is stopped.

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