What should you do if you notice a driver behaving distractively?

When you notice a driver behaving distractively, giving them space is the most prudent course of action. This choice prioritizes safety for both you and the distracted driver. By maintaining a safe distance, you reduce the risk of being involved in a potential accident caused by their impaired attention to the road.

Distracted driving can lead to erratic behavior, such as sudden lane changes, abrupt stops, or failure to respond to traffic signals. By keeping your distance, you allow the driver room to operate their vehicle without inadvertently creating a hazardous situation for yourself. Moreover, it can provide them a moment to recover their focus without your vehicle being in close proximity.

The other options present less favorable approaches. Assuming that a driver is experienced does not address the immediate concern of distracting behavior and could lead you to underestimate the risk involved. Keeping close to the distracted driver, intending to provide assistance, can backfire by increasing the danger, as this could exacerbate their distraction or panic if they realize someone is close behind them. Signaling them to pay attention might seem helpful but could also startle the driver or distract them further, leading to more unsafe driving behavior.