How would you benefit from forward planning and early recognition of potential hazards?
- A You'll use less fuel
- B You'll use more fuel
- C You'll be able to stop more quickly
- D You'll reduce journey times
Why this is the answer
Poor planning leads to late braking and harsh acceleration. This causes higher fuel consumption and increased emissions, which is harmful to the environment.
Why the other answers don't fit
- B
- You'll use more fuel — Planning ahead removes the harsh acceleration and braking that burn fuel.
- C
- You'll be able to stop more quickly — Your stopping distance is set by the vehicle and the road, not by how well you planned.
- D
- You'll reduce journey times — The traffic sets your journey time. What planning saves is fuel, not minutes.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 13
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 13
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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