Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among people age forty-four and younger, and the number one cause of head and spinal cord injury. They also account for the majority of trauma cases at Washington County Hospital. According to Dr. Marc Kross, trauma surgeon at the hospital, the best way to avoid becoming a trauma patient is to drive defensively and wear your seat belt or motorcycle helmet.

Test your street smarts! How smart are you when it comes to motor vehicle dos and don’ts?