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Regular mirror checks help you track the vehicles around you. Which of these should you keep in mind?
Correct answer: Some blind spots around the vehicle will not show up in any mirror.
Answer options
- ASome blind spots around the vehicle will not show up in any mirror Correct
- BMirror adjustment should be checked only after the trip is underway
- CA convex mirror shows objects as bigger and nearer than they actually are
Why
Even properly adjusted mirrors leave blind spots, so check them often and take extra care before changing lanes or merging. Convex mirrors actually make things look smaller and farther away than they are.
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