Safe DrivingQuestion 73 of 80
A bus with standing passengers should be driven so that the driver:
a.Accelerates and brakes sharply
b.Takes curves fast
c.Avoids sudden stops, starts, and turns that could throw standees
d.Ignores the standees
Explanation
Standing riders can be thrown down by sudden acceleration, braking, or sharp turns. Drive smoothly and look far ahead so you can make gradual speed and direction changes. Smooth driving is the best way to protect standees.
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