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If you see an animal on the side of the road that might run in front of your vehicle, what is the safest defensive driving action?
Slowing down and being prepared to stop is safer than swerving suddenly, which could lead to a loss of control or a collision with another vehicle.
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Question: If you see an animal on the side of the road that might run in front of your vehicle, what is the safest defensive driving action?
Answer options:
- Honk your horn loudly to scare it away.
- Speed up to pass it before it can move into the road. ✅ Slow down, be prepared to stop, and avoid swerving suddenly.
- Turn on your high beams to make it freeze in place.
Correct answer: Slow down, be prepared to stop, and avoid swerving suddenly.
Explanation: Slowing down and being prepared to stop is safer than swerving suddenly, which could lead to a loss of control or a collision with another vehicle.
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