Safe DrivingQuestion 54 of 120
You are following a car at a safe distance when another driver cuts into the gap in front of you. What should you do?
a.Flash your high beams to make the driver move over
b.Speed up and stay close so no one else can merge
c.Sound your horn continuously
d.Ease off the accelerator and drop back to re-establish a safe following distance
Explanation
The only useful response is to rebuild the space cushion you need to stop safely. Flashing lights, tailgating, and prolonged horn use escalate the situation without restoring the stopping distance you just lost.
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