Which type of distraction involves visual attention?

Visual distractions involve the use of one's eyesight that diverts attention from the primary task of driving. This type of distraction can occur when looking at something outside the vehicle, such as billboards or pedestrians, or focusing on items inside the vehicle, like a GPS screen or a passenger. When a driver’s visual attention is shifted away from the road, it increases the likelihood of missing critical information, such as traffic signals or obstacles ahead, which can lead to accidents.

In the context of the other options, manual distractions relate to physical movements, such as using a phone or adjusting controls; auditory distractions involve sounds that draw a driver’s focus, like music or conversations; cognitive distractions are mental processes that detract from the act of driving, like daydreaming or thinking about personal issues. However, none of these directly pertain to the visual focus that is specific to driving safety, making visual distractions the correct answer for this question.