Safe drivingQuestion 287 of 328

Another driver breaks a rule. You could have avoided the collision. Who may be found responsible?

  1. Only the driver who broke the rule
  2. Only the driver who was hit
  3. You may be found responsible too
  4. Nobody, because it was an accident
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Correct answer: You may be found responsible too

Everyone must try to avoid collisions. You can share blame if you could have acted to prevent it.

Source: The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (Ontario Ministry of Transportation), Safe and Responsible Driving, Safe and Responsible Driving

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026