What is a sign of negative panic among passengers?

• A. Taking little action to save lives, sitting dazed
• B. Quick, orderly movement to exits
• C. Reporting hazards promptly
• D. Cooperative evacuation

Answer: (A)

Negative panic is shown when passengers freeze and take little action, sitting dazed instead of moving to safety. In an emergency, calm, deliberate actions help people evacuate quickly and keep the flow of movement open. When someone is overwhelmed and unresponsive, they can block exits or slow others, making the situation more dangerous for everyone. The other responses describe constructive, proactive behavior: moving quickly and in an orderly way toward exits, reporting hazards promptly, and cooperating during evacuation—all signs of effective safety response. Recognizing the freezing, dazed reaction helps crew identify when to step in to guide and reorient passengers so evacuation can proceed smoothly.