When planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than ____ miles per day.

When planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than ____ miles per day.

• A. 200
• B. 300
• C. 400
• D. 600

Answer: (B)

Pace your driving to stay alert. Fatigue is a major safety hazard; after hours behind the wheel, reaction times slow and attention wanders. Planning a long trip to around 300 miles per day gives time for short breaks every couple of hours and a longer rest period, so you can continue safely the next day. This balance helps you stay rested, focused, and less likely to crash due to drowsiness. Driving about 200 miles can be safe but doesn’t leave as much room for breaks, while pushing to 400 or 600 miles in a day greatly increases fatigue risk and makes it harder to stay attentive.

Pace your driving to stay alert. Fatigue is a major safety hazard; after hours behind the wheel, reaction times slow and attention wanders. Planning a long trip to around 300 miles per day gives time for short breaks every couple of hours and a longer rest period, so you can continue safely the next day. This balance helps you stay rested, focused, and less likely to crash due to drowsiness. Driving about 200 miles can be safe but doesn’t leave as much room for breaks, while pushing to 400 or 600 miles in a day greatly increases fatigue risk and makes it harder to stay attentive.