To drive defensively, you must:
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Anticipate errors by other drivers.
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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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Use only one hand on the wheel.
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Not check behind you through your mirrors.
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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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