Control & OperationQuestion 65 of 120
You need to back into a tight dock space and you have a choice of approach. What should you do?
a.Back toward the blind side because it is a shorter turn
b.Back at normal forward speed to keep momentum
c.Back toward the driver's side so you can see the trailer and the space through the side window
d.Rely only on the passenger-side mirror
Explanation
Driver-side backing lets you look directly out the window and see the rear of the trailer, which is why it is the preferred method. Blind-side backing hides the danger zone, backing fast removes reaction time, and using a single mirror leaves half the area unseen.
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