The vehicle's exterior mirrors are covered by a film of mud and dust. What should the driver do?
- A Continue on and clean them after reaching the destination.
- B Drive in the slip stream of other traffic; as this will eventually clean the mirrors.
- C Angle the mirrors towards the front for a distance in order to clean them.
- D Clean them with a cloth or tissue before starting their journey.
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Correct answer: Clean them with a cloth or tissue before starting their journey..
The purpose of mirrors is to increase the drivers view to the rear and sides of the vehicle and to enable them to take into account all visible hazards. Proper use will enable drivers to make informed; correct and safer decisions. Drivers should ensure that all mirrors; including the exterior ones; are clean and properly adjusted at all times to ensure optimum view.
The purpose of mirrors is to increase the drivers view to the rear and sides of the vehicle and to enable them to take into account all visible hazards. Proper use will enable drivers to make informed; correct and safer decisions. Drivers should ensure that all mirrors; including the exterior ones; are clean and properly adjusted at all times to ensure optimum view.