When exiting a high-speed two-lane roadway with traffic following you, which action is best?

When exiting a high-speed two-lane roadway with traffic following you, which action is best?

• A. Brake hard and keep the steering steady
• B. Try not to slow down suddenly
• C. Increase your speed
• D. Accelerate away

Answer: (B)

Staying in control with a smooth, gradual approach is the safest choice when exiting a high-speed two-lane road with traffic behind you. Sudden braking can surprise the driver behind you and, on a two-lane road, leaves little room to maneuver, increasing the risk of a rear-end crash. By keeping a steady speed and signaling early, you give following drivers time to react. If you must slow down, do so gradually rather than brake-jerkily, and then reduce speed in the deceleration area or ramp at a safe, posted pace. Increasing speed or trying to sprint away from the exit only makes the situation more dangerous, and braking hard can lead to a crash.

Staying in control with a smooth, gradual approach is the safest choice when exiting a high-speed two-lane road with traffic behind you. Sudden braking can surprise the driver behind you and, on a two-lane road, leaves little room to maneuver, increasing the risk of a rear-end crash. By keeping a steady speed and signaling early, you give following drivers time to react. If you must slow down, do so gradually rather than brake-jerkily, and then reduce speed in the deceleration area or ramp at a safe, posted pace. Increasing speed or trying to sprint away from the exit only makes the situation more dangerous, and braking hard can lead to a crash.