To drive defensively, you must:
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Assume that a driver who approaches a STOP sign on a side road is going to stop.
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Anticipate errors by other drivers.
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Not check behind you through your mirrors.
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Use only one hand on the wheel.
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Explanation
To be a defensive driver, stay alert and anticipate unexpected hazards and errors from other drivers. Keep your eyes moving around the road, grip the steering wheel firmly with both hands, and obey all traffic signs you encounter.
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