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Safe Driving & Hazard Perception

A driver ahead is braking erratically, drifting, and signaling inconsistently. What should you conclude and do?

  • A.The driver may be confused, distracted, or impaired, so increase your space and be ready for a sudden move
  • B.The driver is inviting you to pass immediately
  • C.It is a mechanical problem that will fix itself
  • D.You should honk repeatedly until the driver straightens out
Correct answer

A. The driver may be confused, distracted, or impaired, so increase your space and be ready for a sudden move

Why

Erratic driving is a warning sign of a driver who is not in full control of their vehicle. Extra following distance and patience keep their problem from becoming yours.

Manual topic: Safe Driving - Seeing Hazards · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-045).

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