Which is an example of a Manual Distraction?

The correct answer highlights an action that physically takes the driver's attention away from the task of driving, which defines a manual distraction. In this case, searching for items in the glove compartment involves the driver using their hands and their focus to rummage through a specific area of the vehicle, diverting attention from the road ahead. This not only distracts the driver physically but can also lead to a lapse in attention that significantly increases the risk of an accident.

Manual distractions are activities where the driver must use their hands in a way that compromises their control of the vehicle or their ability to react quickly to driving conditions. Other examples could include adjusting the controls of the car, such as changing the radio station or working with GPS devices, as these all require physical manipulation.

On the other hand, daydreaming, while it can be a significant cognitive distraction, doesn't involve using the hands or physically diverting attention from controlling the vehicle. Listening to the radio or tuning out road noises may affect concentration but doesn't require manual effort that distracts from driving. Both of these types belong to cognitive or auditory distractions rather than manual distractions.