Why is it important for a driver to understand which general hazard class a shipment falls into, even without memorizing every division in detail?

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1. Only responders need to understand hazard classes, never the driver
2. It helps the driver apply appropriate general precautions, such as avoiding ignition sources near a Class 3 flammable liquid
3. Hazard class only matters for the paperwork, not for how a driver responds on the road
4. This knowledge matters only when completing paperwork, not during actual driving

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