Making eye contact with other drivers:

Making eye contact with other drivers is an important communication tool while riding. It doesn't guarantee that the other driver will yield to you; it merely indicates that you are both aware of each other's presence.

It is crucial to understand that just because you see a driver and they see you does not mean they will take the appropriate action, such as yielding. Drivers can be distracted or may misinterpret the situation, leading them to act in a way that could be dangerous. Therefore, while eye contact can help confirm that you are both aware of each other, it can never substitute for other safe riding practices or managing expectations on the road.

The other options suggest misunderstandings about the implications of eye contact or over-reliance on signaling, which can lead to unsafe riding behavior.