What term refers to the angle used when approaching the vehicle from the front to avoid obstacles?

• A. Angle of Approach
• B. Angle of Departure
• C. Proximity
• D. Accessibility

Answer: (A)

When approaching a vehicle from the front, you’re evaluating the angle at which your path meets the obstacle in front of you. That specific path angle is the angle of approach. It’s all about clearance: a proper angle helps you avoid scraping the bumper, fenders, or other protrusions while you gain access to doors, pumps, or compartments.

Think of it this way: the angle of departure is about leaving, not entering; proximity describes how close you are to obstacles, not the path you take; accessibility concerns how easily you can reach parts of the vehicle, not the approach angle itself. So for safely approaching with clearance in mind, you’re focusing on the angle of approach.