Car permit · Defensive driving

You suspect that a nearby driver may be impaired. Where is the safest place for your vehicle to be?

Correct answer: Behind that driver.

Answer options

  1. ABeside that driver, in the next lane
  2. BIn front of that driver, after you pass
  3. CBehind that driver Correct

Why

Stay well back from a driver who seems impaired, because that driver may weave or brake without warning. Do not try to pass or ride alongside; from behind you can keep the vehicle in view, react in time and, when it is safe, pull over and call 911.

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Topic: Defensive driving   License: Car permit

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