Minnesota Blue Card Practice Test

If you rely on mirrors, you may not see vehicles in your:

1. Field of vision

2. Blind spots

3. Peripheral vision

4. Line of sight

The correct answer is: Blind spots

The correct answer is that if you rely on mirrors, you may not see vehicles in your blind spots. Blind spots are areas around your vehicle that are not visible through your mirrors, meaning that despite checking your mirrors, you could overlook vehicles that are in those areas. This is particularly dangerous because other drivers may be in positions that are critical for safe driving, but are hidden from your view. When driving, it's essential to perform shoulder checks in addition to relying on mirrors to ensure that you are fully aware of your surroundings and that no vehicles are occupying your blind spots. Being proactive about checking these areas can significantly enhance your ability to drive safely, as it allows you to detect other vehicles that could be in close proximity but out of sight. The other options do not specifically address the limitations of mirrors in terms of visibility. The field of vision refers generally to the total area visible to the driver. Peripheral vision relates to the ability to see out to the sides of your central sight line, which is relevant but does not specifically highlight the limitations of mirror use. The line of sight refers to the direct visual path to an object, which again does not pertain specifically to the challenges posed by blind spots. Thus, focusing on blind spots addresses the critical issue