Practice question

If a driver does not obey your signal, what should you do?

  1. Signal again
  2. Get out of the way
  3. Call for police
  4. Get their license number

Answer: B — Get out of the way

In situations where a driver does not obey your signal, the most prudent course of action is to prioritize safety. Getting out of the way ensures that you are not put at risk from a potentially dangerous situation. Traffic can be unpredictable, and if a driver is ignoring signals, they may continue to act in an unsafe manner, which could lead to accidents not only involving them but also affecting you and others in the work zone. By stepping aside, you can avoid putting yourself in harm's way and allow the situation to unfold without direct confrontation. While signaling again or calling for the police may seem like options, both could escalate the situation or leave you vulnerable. Noting the driver's license number could be useful later, but it should not take precedence over immediate safety. Therefore, getting out of the way is the most sensible action in this context.

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