Question 4945
Can the driver avoid an accident caused by the condition of the vehicle?
- Yes, to some extent, because the condition of the vehicle depends on the driver.
- No, a mechanical failure is always unforeseeable and unavoidable.
- No, because the driver is not responsible for the vehicle's maintenance.
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Correct answer: Yes, to some extent, because the condition of the vehicle depends on the driver.
Yes. It is your responsibility to check that your vehicle is fit to drive, and most crashes caused by mechanical failure result from poor maintenance. A tire that has not been checked may be behind a blowout. Not every breakdown can be predicted, but many can.