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The one-legged stand is a part of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) used to assess a driver's level of impairment. During this test, the officer observes several specific behaviors to determine whether the individual can maintain balance and perform the task as instructed.

Stopping counting is not considered a clue for impairment in the one-legged stand test. The primary focus of this test is on the individual's ability to physically balance on one leg for a period of time while simultaneously counting. The other behaviors, such as hopping, swaying while balancing, and putting the foot down, indicate lack of coordination and stability, which are key indicators of impairment. Hops suggest a struggle to maintain balance, swaying shows a lack of stability, and putting the foot down indicates an inability to follow the instructions correctly. Therefore, the absence of stopping counting does not contribute to the assessment of impairment in the same way as the other behaviors do.