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Question:

Which of these objects can you safely drive over rather than avoid?

1. Cardboard boxes

2. Paper sacks

3. Plastic containers

4. None of the above

Answer: None of the above

Explanation
You have no way of knowing what may be inside any sort of containier you see on the highway. Innocent looking paper sacks can contain something large, heavy, or sharp enough to do your vehicle severe damage. Always steer around debris when it is safe to do so.
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