ICBC British Columbia Written Exam Practice Test 2025

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What should you do if another vehicle is tailgating you?

Speed up to increase the distance
Change lanes and allow them to pass
Slow down immediately
Ignore them and continue driving

The correct answer is: Change lanes and allow them to pass

When another vehicle is tailgating you, changing lanes and allowing them to pass is the safest and most effective action to take. This approach minimizes the risk of a collision by reducing the pressure that the tailgater might feel and allows you to maintain a safe driving speed without feeling rushed. Tailgating can lead to dangerous situations, especially if you suddenly need to stop; hence, creating space by changing lanes helps ensure both your safety and that of the tailgating driver. Speeding up to increase the distance might momentarily alleviate the situation, but it can also create more hazards and is not a long-term solution. Slowing down immediately can lead to a rear-end collision if the tailgater does not react in time to your decreased speed. Ignoring the tailgater and continuing to drive can also escalate the situation, making it potentially dangerous for both drivers.