New York DMV Permit Written TestSafe Driving PracticesEasy
When driving near a large truck, why is it important to avoid driving in their 'no-zones'?
- ADriving in no-zones increases fuel efficiency for cars.
- BNo-zones are reserved for emergency vehicles.
- CThe truck driver cannot see your vehicle in these areas.
- DIt is illegal to drive in a truck's no-zones.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. The truck driver cannot see your vehicle in these areas.
Large trucks have significant blind spots, known as no-zones, where the driver cannot see smaller vehicles. Driving in these areas is extremely dangerous.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Driving in no-zones has no impact on a car's fuel efficiency.
- B. No-zones are blind spots, not designated areas for specific vehicles.
- D. While unsafe, it is not specifically illegal to be in a no-zone, but rather a dangerous practice.
Truck No-Zones (Blind Spots)
Areas around large trucks where the driver has limited or no visibility of other vehicles.
- Located on sides, front, and rear of trucks.
- If you can't see their mirrors, they can't see you.
- Avoid lingering in these areas.
Memory trick: If you're in their blind spot, you're out of sight, and that's not right.