Question 770 in the bank

How can a driver handle the many tasks he needs to perform when approaching an intersection?

A view from the driver's seat, behind a white car approaching an intersection with red traffic lights, round red-bordered signs, a blue sign and two red cars on the right.
  1. Warn other road users that he is approaching the intersection (by honking and signaling).
  2. Ignore other road users; especially those smaller than him.
  3. Drive faster in order to cross the intersection more quickly.
  4. Correct answer: Slow down before the intersection, look around, and avoid engaging in any activity other than driving.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Slow down before the intersection, look around, and avoid engaging in any activity other than driving.

When approaching an intersection, the driver has to process a lot of information: traffic lights, road signs, pedestrians and vehicles from all directions. Slowing down gives time to take in the information and react, and looking around makes it possible to spot hazards from every side. Avoiding activities other than driving, such as talking on the phone or adjusting devices, leaves all of the driver's attention on driving. Speeding up shortens the time available to take in information and react.

Topic: Safety. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).