When driving through a highway work zone, what should you watch for?

• A. Watch for sharp pavement drop-offs
• B. Increase speed to pass quickly
• C. Ignore the work zone and maintain normal distance
• D. Follow other drivers closely

Answer: (A)

In a highway work zone, the road surface can change abruptly, with edges that drop away sharply. Watching for these pavement drop-offs helps you stay centered in your lane and avoid driving off the edge, which can damage tires, cause a loss of control, or lead to a crash. Slow down, maintain a safe following distance, and stay alert for workers and equipment.

Rushing through, ignoring the work zone, or tailing other vehicles all reduce your ability to react to sudden changes or instructions from road signs and workers, making them unsafe choices.