What should drivers do when approaching a construction area?
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Increase their speed to get out of the way quickly.
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Honk their horn several times to alert individuals working in the area of their presence.
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Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right of way.
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Switch on their hazard lights and proceed slowly through the work zone.
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Explanation
In Illinois, approaching or entering a highway construction or maintenance area requires drivers to adhere to specific regulations. These include reducing speed, avoiding non-hands-free cellphone use, yielding to authorized vehicles and workers, and moving to another lane away from workers if it can be done safely.
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