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When you must back up, why is it safer to back toward the driver's side?
- A.The steering works better in that direction
- B.It is the only direction company policy allows
- C.You can see that side better from the driver's seat and mirrors
- D.The trailer always turns faster that way
Correct answer
C. You can see that side better from the driver's seat and mirrors
Why
Your view down the left side is direct, while the right side has a large blind spot even with good mirrors. Positioning the maneuver so the critical side is the one you can see reduces blind-side risk.
Manual topic: Safe Driving - Backing Safely · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-039).