What is the best way to reduce the dangers whilst driving in reverse?
- Correct answer: By taking a proper and continuous all round view and by driving slowly.
- By driving fast and finishing the drive backwards as quickly as possible.
- By turning on the vehicle’s lights.
- By letting all the passengers off the vehicle while driving backwards.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: By taking a proper and continuous all round view and by driving slowly.
When driving in reverse, the driver's field of view is limited, and there are blind spots where it is hard to see pedestrians, children and obstacles. Continuous all-round observation in all directions, using the mirrors and by turning the head, together with slow driving, makes it possible to identify a danger in time and stop immediately. Fast driving shortens the time left to react and increases the stopping distance, and turning on lights or letting passengers off do not replace proper observation.