Question 8123
If a driver takes a long trip on a very hot day, what is the most appropriate behavior?
- Stop to rest every 3 hours or every 400 kilometers.
- Rest more frequently, since fatigue sets in more easily.
- Do not stop to rest, in order to reach the destination as soon as possible.
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Correct answer: Rest more frequently, since fatigue sets in more easily.
In very hot weather, fatigue and drowsiness set in sooner, so take breaks more often than usual on a long trip. The general guideline is to stop at least every 2 hours or 200 kilometers, and sooner in hot weather. Stopping every 3 hours or 400 kilometers is not often enough, and not stopping at all is even worse. In the image, the driver is drinking water at a rest area.