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Originally Posted by mtdjed
So back to the OPs original statement. If as a pedestrian, I see an approaching golf cart slowing and safely moving out to give me more room, I will feel safer. Isn't that the issue? No need for a lecture about the non-caring, irresponsible, speeding, blind, phone talking, drunken driver having a stroke.
No one has said that the pedestrian can perform that way either. Both parties have responsibility. Courtesy shows by actions of both parties. As a driver, I feel that slowing and safely allowing more spacing shows my intent. As a pedestrian, I feel that going single file or even moving off the path when carts are approaching from both ways shows my intent.
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Exactly correct. Suggesting the driver let the pedestrian know they have been seen (by giving a little extra space ) in no way suggests that the pedestrian should "play chicken". The friendly wave from the pedestrian lets the driver of the cart know they have been seen, and that the extra space is appreciated.
There is no need nor suggestion of a confrontation. Both parties have a role here in making the MMP as safe as possible.