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You are first at the scene of a crash involving your vehicle. What are your first responsibilities?
- A.Move every vehicle off the road immediately, no matter the damage
- B.Leave before traffic backs up
- C.Protect the area to prevent more crashes, notify authorities, and care for the injured
- D.Discuss fault with the other driver first
Correct answer
C. Protect the area to prevent more crashes, notify authorities, and care for the injured
Why
The professional sequence is protect, notify, and care: warn traffic and secure the scene so no one else crashes, get help coming, and assist the injured within your ability. Sorting out blame comes much later.
Manual topic: Safe Driving - Accident Procedures · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-076).