What style of driving causes increased risk to everyone?
- A Considerate
- B Defensive
- C Competitive
- D Responsible
Why this is the answer
Competitive driving increases the risks to everyone and is the opposite of responsible, considerate and defensive driving. Defensive driving is about questioning the actions of other road users and being prepared for the unexpected. Do not be taken by surprise.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Considerate — Considerate driving is one of the things that lowers risk.
- B
- Defensive — Defensive driving is the approach the whole test is built around.
- D
- Responsible — Responsible driving is the aim, not the hazard.
Where this comes from
- Driving: the essential skills — section 1
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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