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You are in heavy traffic. An emergency vehicle with its lights flashing is right behind you. What should you do?

Correct answer

  • Increase your speed and let the emergency vehicle pass you.
  • Continue moving in the same lane and let the emergency vehicle change lanes.
  • Stop immediately in your lane.

Explanation

In heavy traffic, if an emergency vehicle with its siren or flashing lights is right behind you, keep moving slowly until you can get out of the way.

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