Control & OperationQuestion 80 of 120
You need to pull into a truck stop space at night and only a blind-side space is open. What is the safest practice?
a.Back in quickly before other traffic arrives
b.Back in using the mirrors alone without stopping
c.Park in the driving lane instead
d.Get out and look, walk the path, use a spotter if one is available, and back very slowly with frequent stops to re-check
Explanation
A blind-side maneuver hides the danger area, so walking the path and using a helper or repeated checks is the only safe approach. Rushing, relying only on mirrors, and blocking a driving lane each create a greater hazard.
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