What should you do when driving in a construction zone?

• A. Slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and obey reduced speed limits.
• B. Speed up to minimize time in the zone.
• C. Ignore signs and continue at normal speed.
• D. Turn off headlights to avoid attracting attention.

Answer: (A)

When you’re driving through a construction zone, the priority is to proceed with extra caution. The area often has workers near the roadway, equipment moving in and out, and changes in lane alignment or pavement. Slowing down gives you more time to react to sudden stops, pedestrians, or unexpected merging. The posted reduced speed limits are specifically set for safety in that zone, and legal fines can be higher for violations. Stay alert, follow all signs, and obey any directions from flaggers. Maintain a safe following distance and be prepared to stop abruptly if needed. Turning off headlights or speeding through the zone would decrease visibility and increase the risk of a crash, which is why those options aren’t appropriate.