Drivers of large vehicles:
|
Generally have better visibility to the sides and rear.
|
|
|
Are only responsible for their vehicle and its cargo.
|
|
|
Have the right-of-way over smaller vehicles.
|
|
|
Have the responsibility to give proper consideration to other highway users as well as to their passengers and cargo.
|
Explanation
Drivers of large vehicles, such as trucks or buses, bear a significant responsibility on the road due to the potential hazards posed by their size and weight. Given their considerable mass, these vehicles can cause extensive damage and serious injury in the event of an accident. Therefore, drivers of large vehicles must be constantly aware of the limitations and potential of their vehicles.
Answer Statistics
🟡 This question is moderately difficult — 19.4% of our users answer it incorrectly.
Other questions in the same category: Sharing the Road with Large Vehicles
"No zones" are areas around trucks where cars:Which of the following is true about vehicles displaying a diamond shaped sign indicating hazardous load?When a public transit bus traveling in the same direction has signaled and is re-entering the traffic flow, drivers should:When passing a truck, drivers should:Which of these statements is true about large trucks:Which of the following is true about large trucks?A “No Zone” is:The term "No-Zone" is used to describe:You are driving on the freeway behind a large truck. You should:When you approach a stopped public transit bus from behind, you must yield to the bus:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: