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MIA Class of 2026 throwing their caps in the air to end the night.

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Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge in Southwest Florida.
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What Kind Of Driver Are You?

Alex Rodriguez, News Editor

February 12, 2026

What Type Of Driver Are You?

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5 Total Questions

Question 2/5

If an old person is in front of you going 25 in a 35, what do you do?

Do nothing and accept your fate

Tailgate

Keep your distance incase they slam on their brakes

Honk

Question 3/5

When you have the chance to pass someone, what do you do?

Take it immediately

Think about doing it, and do it after some thought

Think about doing it, but never do it

Never think about passing

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Alex Rodriguez, News Editor

Alex is a junior at Marco Island Academy and News Editor for The Wave. When Alex is not in school, he spends his time shark fishing with friends and playing tennis. Alex wants to attend college at the University of Florida as a materials science engineer.