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To avoid a head-on collision, if there is no escape route to the right, what is generally considered the safest evasive action?
If a collision is unavoidable and there's no safe path to the right, a controlled, sharp left turn into the oncoming lane may provide more space to avoid the di
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Question: To avoid a head-on collision, if there is no escape route to the right, what is generally considered the safest evasive action?
Answer options:
- Steer sharply left into the oncoming lane. ✅ Apply the brakes as hard as possible and steer towards the right shoulder.
- Maintain speed and sound the horn.
- Swerve in the direction the other driver is heading.
Correct answer: Apply the brakes as hard as possible and steer towards the right shoulder.
Explanation: If a collision is unavoidable and there's no safe path to the right, a controlled, sharp left turn into the oncoming lane may provide more space to avoid the direct impact with the most rigid part of the vehicle.
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