When near an intersection and you see a potential hazard, what should your response be?

The correct response when near an intersection and you see a potential hazard is to cover your brake until you have safely passed the hazard. This means being prepared to slow down or stop if necessary. Covering your brake helps ensure that you can react quickly to changing conditions, providing better control of the vehicle and enhancing your safety as well as that of others around you.

By staying alert and having your foot over the brake, you can respond more effectively to unexpected situations, like another vehicle suddenly entering the intersection or a pedestrian crossing unexpectedly. In environments like intersections where visibility and reaction time are critical, this proactive approach helps mitigate risks.

Accelerating to get past the hazard risks losing control or not having enough time to react if the situation suddenly changes. Honking your horn might alert others but does not change the fact that you are approaching a potential danger. Pulling over and waiting can be impractical in busy traffic situations, particularly in an intersection where you need to maintain flow and avoid creating additional hazards.