When being passed by another vehicle, drivers should:
|
Slow down.
|
|
|
Maintain a constant speed.
|
|
|
Slightly increase their speed.
|
|
|
None of the above.
|
Explanation
When being passed by another vehicle, you should avoid accelerating and maintain your lane position to allow the vehicle to pass you. Do not accelerate to avoid being passed. Consistency in speed contributes to overall road safety, preventing potential hazards that could arise from unpredictable movements during passing maneuvers.
Answer Statistics
🟡 This question is moderately difficult — 27% of our users answer it incorrectly.
Other questions in the same category: Passing Rules
You may pass a vehicle:If you are passing another vehicle on a road with two lanes traveling in opposite directions, you should:When passing you should NOT:Before passing another vehicle, you should:A driver can legally pass on the right of another vehicle:When planning to pass another vehicle you should:When is it safe to pass another vehicle?When another vehicle is passing you:Can you drive on the shoulder of the road to pass a car?When planning to pass another vehicle, you should:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: