Visibility and Road Hazards
When in doubt about visibility or road-surface conditions, what is the safest attitude?
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
- A Keep up with the traffic's speed
- ✓ Reduce speed
- C Increase speed to get clear sooner
- D Switch on the hazard lights and carry on the same
Why this is the correct answer
The basic safety rule is that, when in doubt, you should reduce speed: a lower speed gives more reaction time and reduces the severity of a possible accident.
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