When approaching an overturned tanker truck that is not displaying a warning placard, it is MOST important for the paramedic to maintain a high index of suspicion because:
A) all tanker trucks carry some type of hazardous material, regardless of whether a placard is displayed.
B) many companies that transport hazardous materials do not abide by federal law and do not display warning placards.
C) tankers carrying small amounts of a hazardous material may not be required by law to display a warning placard.
D) warning placards are only displayed on one side of tanker trucks, and that side may not be visible due to the crash.
Answer: C) tankers carrying small amounts of a hazardous material may not be required by law to display a warning placard.
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