Jonathan, a medical school student, gets involved in an accident while driving. Investigation revealed that Jonathan was texting while driving and failed to notice a passing vehicle. This accident happened most likely due to

A. impaired stimulus detection.
B. increased reaction time.
C. impaired circadian rhythm.
D. decreased sensitivity to bodily sensations.


Answer: A

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