Which of the following is NOT one of the 6 Keys to Defensive Driving?

• A. Aim high
• B. Ensure visibility
• C. Drive under the influence
• D. Signal early

Answer: (C)

The choice involving "Drive under the influence" is correct because it is fundamentally opposed to the principles of defensive driving. Defensive driving is focused on safe practices that prevent accidents and enhance overall road safety. The other keys—"Aim high," "Ensure visibility," and "Signal early"—are all integral parts of defensive driving techniques that promote awareness, anticipation, and communication with other road users. Aiming high encourages drivers to look farther down the road to anticipate potential hazards, ensuring visibility pertains to making sure the driver can see and be seen clearly, and signaling early refers to informing others about the driver’s intentions ahead of time to prevent misunderstandings. Driving under the influence, however, compromises a driver's ability to react appropriately and safely to changing conditions on the road.