In rain, fog, or snow, you should change your following distance how?

• A.Decrease it so you can see taillights better
• B.Increase it beyond the normal 3-second gap
• C.Keep exactly one second
• D.Follow closer to draft behind trucks

Why

Bad weather reduces traction and visibility, so stopping takes longer. Leave more than the normal three-second space in rain, fog, snow, or other poor conditions.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Following Distance · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-030).

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