Researchers who study young drivers have found that ___________________
a. as a result of campaigns to increase the use of seat belts, young people are now as likely as older drivers to wear seat belts
b. rates of accidents and fatalities are low in the early months of driving, but increase steadily as new drivers gain confidence
c. young drivers are no more likely to drive at excessive speeds compared to their older counterparts, but are more likely to report driving under the influence of alcohol
d. young drivers are more likely than older drivers to believe their friends would approve of risky driving behavior, such as speeding
d. young drivers are more likely than older drivers to believe their friends would approve of risky driving behavior, such as speeding
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