Which of the following statements best describes aggressive driving?

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Aggressive driving is driving in a way that endangers others or shows a clear disregard for safety. Tailgating, weaving through lanes, and honking fit this description because each behavior heightens the chance of a crash and escalates tensions on the road. Tailgating leaves less time to react if the car in front brakes suddenly; weaving creates unpredictable movements that other drivers can’t anticipate; aggressive honking often signals intimidation rather than a legitimate warning, which can provoke erratic responses.

Obeying traffic signals is simply safe, rule‑following driving and not an aggressive behavior. Maintaining a steady speed in heavy traffic is a normal way to keep traffic moving and is not inherently aggressive. Parking safely on the shoulder is about stopping or waiting in a controlled way and doesn’t reflect aggression in driving.