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You witness a serious crash ahead and stop to help. What should you avoid doing?
- A.Calling for emergency help
- B.Warning other traffic if you can do so safely
- C.Moving a seriously injured person unnecessarily, which can worsen the injury
- D.Turning on your flashers
Correct answer
C. Moving a seriously injured person unnecessarily, which can worsen the injury
Why
Do not move a seriously injured person unless there is immediate danger, such as fire, because moving them can worsen an injury. Call for help and protect the scene as safely as you can.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 12: If You Are in a Crash · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-179).