Sure you can. I can't think of any intersections that have a turn immediately afterward, or at least not enough of a straightaway to shift into 3rd before you put your hand on the wheel. That said, I avoid eating while driving, regardless of the transmission.
Being able to eat my burger when accelerating after the light turns to green.
You can do that while driving manual
Just not well
Skill issue
Sure you can. I can't think of any intersections that have a turn immediately afterward, or at least not enough of a straightaway to shift into 3rd before you put your hand on the wheel. That said, I avoid eating while driving, regardless of the transmission.