Should You Apply Brakes When Meeting Another Vehicle in Subject 3?

[LaBennett]

Meeting another vehicle requires applying brakes. There are 7 instances in Subject 3 where you need to apply brakes (passing through intersections, bus stops, pedestrian crossings, school zones, left/right turns, U-turns, and meeting vehicles), which includes meeting another vehicle. The steps for meeting another vehicle in Subject 3 can be summarized as: look, assess, and slow down. 1. Look: Carefully observe the oncoming vehicle's model, speed, and load; the width and condition of the road; pedestrians, vehicles, and obstacles on the roadside; whether there are other vehicles coming from the opposite direction or behind that might overtake. 2. Assess: Based on the distance and speed of the two vehicles, estimate the approximate meeting point and control your vehicle's speed to choose a suitable location. A suitable meeting location should be: a) where the road is wider; if the road width is limited, choose a spot where both vehicles can safely pass; b) where there are no obstacles on the right front of both vehicles. 3. Slow down: Reduce speed when conditions are unfavorable as you approach the meeting point. Do not proceed blindly; if necessary, stop first to ensure a smooth meeting.