Why should a driver use mirrors to check for pedestrians near the vehicle before closing the doors and departing from a stop?
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Correct answer to question 120 (Passenger): A pedestrian could be too close to the vehicle or attempting to board just as the doors are closing
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Checking mirrors before closing the doors and pulling away helps catch a pedestrian who might be too close to the vehicle or still trying to board, preventing an injury as the vehicle departs.
Updated: November 2026