In managing space to the sides of your bus, you should...

In managing space to the sides of your bus, you should...

• A. Avoid traveling next to others when possible
• B. Always travel beside other vehicles to save space
• C. Keep the bus in the center of the lane
• D. Drive as close to parked cars as possible

Answer: (A)

Managing space to the sides of a bus means keeping a buffer from other vehicles so you’re not riding alongside them. A bus is wide and has large blind spots, and its doors open on the passenger side, so being next to another vehicle makes it easy for a sideswipe, a sudden lane change, or a door opening to cause trouble. By avoiding staying directly beside others whenever possible, you maintain room to react, reduce the chance of collisions, and keep clear of parked cars where doors could open into your path. Driving right next to parked cars or trying to stay centered in the lane doesn’t address the risk of side contact and can still put you in danger if traffic shifts.

Managing space to the sides of a bus means keeping a buffer from other vehicles so you’re not riding alongside them. A bus is wide and has large blind spots, and its doors open on the passenger side, so being next to another vehicle makes it easy for a sideswipe, a sudden lane change, or a door opening to cause trouble. By avoiding staying directly beside others whenever possible, you maintain room to react, reduce the chance of collisions, and keep clear of parked cars where doors could open into your path. Driving right next to parked cars or trying to stay centered in the lane doesn’t address the risk of side contact and can still put you in danger if traffic shifts.