You are driving in thick fog and cannot see far. Which statement is true?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Distance is hard to judge, so slow down
- Step 1: Fog hides hazards and distorts distance. Step 2. Slow down and increase the gap. Answer: Distance is hard to judge, so slow down. Why not the others: Distance is easy to judge by the lights ahead: fog distorts distance. You should sound the horn constantly as you drive: continuous horn use does not help. Follow the car in front closely to use its lights: this leads to chain collisions.
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