Which of the following is an example of defensive driving technique to avoid crashes in high-risk areas?

• A. Using Headlights and a Horn to Alert Others
• B. Texting While Driving
• C. Playing Loud Music
• D. Eating While Driving

Answer: (A)

Defensive driving in high-risk areas centers on visibility and warning others. Turning on headlights makes you more visible to approaching drivers and pedestrians, especially in dawn, dusk, rain, or fog, giving them time to react. Using the horn to alert pedestrians or other drivers of your presence helps prevent surprises when someone might step into your path or fail to notice you. These actions reduce uncertainty and give you a better chance to avoid a crash. Activities like texting, playing loud music, or eating while driving pull your attention away from the road and increase crash risk, which is why they aren’t considered defensive techniques.