Who benefits from the fundamentals of safe driving?

• A. Everyone
• B. Drivers only
• C. Pedestrians
• D. Vehicles

Answer: (A)

Safe driving fundamentals reduce risk for anyone who uses or shares the road. When a driver keeps a safe speed, follows at a proper distance, stays alert, looks ahead for hazards, and follows signals and pedestrian rules, the likelihood of a crash involving any road user drops. Because crashes can involve drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, and nearby bystanders, the benefits aren’t limited to the person behind the wheel. Everyone who might be on or near the road benefits from these safe practices, since fewer dangerous events occur and overall traffic becomes safer. So the correct understanding is that everyone benefits from the fundamentals of safe driving.