What is the recommended action if you encounter animals on the roadway?

• A. Stop suddenly.
• B. Slow down, do not swerve; brake gently and steer straight to avoid risk.
• C. Swerve to the left to avoid the animal.
• D. Speed up to pass.

Answer: (B)

When you see animals on the road, slow down gradually and keep you in your lane. Braking gently while steering straight gives you the best control and reduces the chance of a crash with other vehicles or objects, and it also avoids pushing you into oncoming traffic or off the road in an attempt to dodge the animal. Sudden stops or sharp swerves can surprise drivers behind you or cause you to lose control, and speeding up to try to pass a moving animal increases the risk that the animal will change direction at the last second.