Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestSafe Driving PracticesMedium
A driver is involved in a minor collision on a busy road with no injuries and only slight vehicle damage. Both vehicles are still drivable. What is the most appropriate immediate action according to Texas law?
- AMove the vehicles to a safer location, if possible, and then exchange information.
- BExchange insurance information and then leave the scene.
- CLeave the vehicles in place until law enforcement arrives.
- DCall a tow truck immediately, regardless of vehicle drivability.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Move the vehicles to a safer location, if possible, and then exchange information.
Texas law (and general safe driving practice) requires drivers involved in a minor collision without injuries to move their vehicles out of the flow of traffic if they are drivable. This prevents secondary collisions and clears the roadway, reducing congestion and danger. Information exchange follows this step.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Exchanging information is necessary, but moving the vehicles first is the priority for safety and traffic flow.
- C. Leaving vehicles in place on a busy road creates a hazard and is against Texas law if the vehicles are drivable.
- D. Calling a tow truck is not the immediate priority if vehicles are drivable and can be moved safely off the road.
Minor Collision Protocol (TX)
In Texas, if involved in a minor collision with no injuries and drivable vehicles, immediately move vehicles off the roadway to a safe location.
- Prioritizes safety and traffic flow.
- Prevents secondary collisions.
- Information exchange follows vehicle relocation.
Memory trick: MOVE if you can, ALERT if you need, EXCHANGE info, then PROCEED.