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Difficulty: EasyDefensive Driving and Hazard Anticipation

When driving past a row of parked vehicles on a street, seeing exhaust smoke coming from a car's tailpipe indicates that the driver may be preparing to pull out into traffic.

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True. Exhaust smoke rising from a parked car's tailpipe indicates that the engine is running, meaning the driver may pull out into traffic or open a door.
Visible exhaust smoke confirms that the vehicle engine is running and occupied, signaling that the driver might pull away from the curb suddenly.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Scan the roadside environment for visual clues of activity.
Identify exhaust smoke coming from a parked vehicle's tailpipe.
Noticing subtle visual cues helps drivers detect potential hazards before they develop into emergencies.
2
Anticipate the potential actions of the vehicle driver.
Recognize that the vehicle engine is active and the vehicle could pull into your lane or open a door.
Defensive driving requires anticipating hazards early to allow time for speed or lane adjustments.

Key Concept

Visual Clues and Hazard Anticipation
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