In a construction zone, what action should you take?

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In construction zones the key idea is to slow down and follow any posted signs or directions from workers directing traffic. Slowing down gives you more time to notice changes in the roadway, merges, or unexpected stops, and it helps protect workers and equipment that may be close to your path. This approach also reduces the risk of rear-end crashes and gives you space to react to flagger signals or sudden changes in lane patterns. Stopping unless told to stop, or speeding up, or driving through without caution all raise the chance of collision and injury, so the safe, correct action is to reduce speed and follow directions.