Practice question

What should a bus driver do if another vehicle is driving dangerously close?

  1. Speed up to create distance
  2. Change lanes immediately
  3. Maintain control and report the situation if necessary
  4. Ignore it if no collision occurs

Answer: C — Maintain control and report the situation if necessary

Maintaining control of the bus and reporting the situation if necessary is the best course of action when encountering a vehicle that is driving dangerously close. By focusing on maintaining control, the bus driver can ensure the safety of all passengers while avoiding sudden movements that could exacerbate the situation. If the driver were to speed up to create distance, it could potentially escalate the situation, encouraging aggressive driving behavior from the other vehicle. Changing lanes immediately might not be safe either; it could lead to a loss of control or a collision if the lane change is not executed cautiously. Ignoring the situation entirely is not advisable, as it could lead to future hazards or accident risks. Reporting the dangerous behavior can help authorities intervene, keeping the road safer for everyone.

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