Traffic accidents have increased in a metropolitan area.Which of the following could be a sociological explanation for the increase?
A)Changes in work schedules have disrupted sleep schedules,leading to an increase in the number of people driving while they're drowsy.
B)People are busy daydreaming and so not paying attention to the road.
C)The safety features on automobiles often malfunction.
D)Technology does not play a role in our everyday lives.

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Changes in work schedules can disrupt sleep patterns, leading people to drive while drowsy, which can increase the likelihood of accidents. This sociological explanation takes into account external factors that may contribute to the increase in accidents, rather than attributing it solely to individual behavior or mechanical malfunctions.

Traffic Accidents Have Increased in a Metropolitan Area