What is the antidotal phrase that helps reverse the hazardous attitude of “macho”?

• A. Taking chances if foolish.
• B. Play it safe every time.
• C. Pushing the limits is wise.
• D. Don’t worry about risk.

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is how to counter the Macho hazardous attitude, which pushes a pilot to take unnecessary risks to prove competence. The antidote phrase that helps curb that mindset is to remind yourself that taking chances is foolish. This mental cue slows you down, prompts you to evaluate the actual risk, and encourages choosing a safer, more prudent course of action rather than pushing the limits just to prove you can. It’s not about avoiding risk entirely, but about recognizing when risk-taking isn’t justified and stepping back to make a safer decision. The other phrases either promote risk-taking or dismiss risk altogether, which would not counter Macho effectively.