Before making a long trip, a driver should: Before making a long trip, a driver should:

• A. sleep for 8 hours
• B. prepare tools and repair kit; and plan route and check the condition of the vehicle
• C. drink coffee if you slept less than 8 hours
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  The correct answer is B

   

  Doing a pre-trip inspection must be done before hitting the road. The most important reason to do it is for your safety. It can be very dangerous to go out on the road with damaged brakes, compromised wiring, or unsecured load. This especially applies to trucks and other heavy vehicles but should also be done for cars and even motorbikes.