An ambulance operator's cushion of safety can be maintained by:
A) carefully passing other motorists on the right.
B) using the siren only when at an intersection.
C) checking for tailgaters behind the ambulance.
D) staying at least 10 feet behind other vehicles.
Answer: C) checking for tailgaters behind the ambulance.
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