Within the vehicle's safety systems, how is the steering system considered?

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The steering system is unequivocally classified as active safety (also called primary safety). Detailed explanation: Active Safety (The correct answer): These are all mechanical or technological elements that help the driver prevent an accident from occurring. Steering is fundamental here because it allows the driver to maintain the desired trajectory and perform evasive maneuvers when facing an obstacle. Passive Safety: These are elements that act once the accident is inevitable to minimize injury to occupants (e.g., seatbelts, airbags, crumple zones). Steering does not fall into this category because its primary function is preventive. Mixed System: This is not a standard classification used to define the primary function of steering in driving school manuals.

Within the vehicle's safety systems, how is the steering system considered?

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