Practice question

How can you reduce the chances of a collision at an intersection?

  1. Look only to your left before proceeding
  2. Look both ways and obey traffic signals
  3. Accelerate through the intersection
  4. Only focus on vehicles approaching from the right

Answer: B — Look both ways and obey traffic signals

To reduce the chances of a collision at an intersection, it is essential to look both ways and obey traffic signals. By doing so, you ensure that you are aware of all vehicles and pedestrians that may be crossing your path. This practice allows you to identify any potential hazards—such as vehicles running red lights or pedestrians crossing where they shouldn’t be—before entering the intersection. Additionally, adhering to traffic signals helps maintain the flow of traffic and ensures that everyone is following the same rules, thus minimizing the risk of accidents. Looking only in one direction, such as to the left, would not provide a complete picture of the intersection's traffic, increasing the likelihood of missing an approaching vehicle or pedestrian. Similarly, accelerating through the intersection can be dangerous as it does not account for other traffic that may not be stopping. Focusing only on vehicles from the right ignores potential threats from the left or straight ahead, which is critical information needed for safe navigation at intersections.

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