How should you respond if a vehicle behind you signals with a horn?

• A. Do not engage; maintain control and avoid panic.
• B. Slam on your brakes to stop suddenly.
• C. Accelerate quickly to increase distance.
• D. Wave to acknowledge and slow down.

Answer: (A)

Stay calm and keep full control of the vehicle. A horn from the vehicle behind is usually a warning—that you may be too close or a danger is ahead. Responding with panic or abrupt moves can cause a rear-end crash. Do not brake suddenly, do not accelerate to escape, and do not wave to acknowledge. Instead, maintain your lane position and driving smoothness, keep a steady speed, and address the situation with calm, controlled driving. If safe and needed, adjust your speed or position gradually to create space, but do so without making sudden or distracting actions.