When sharing the road with a large truck on a downgrade, why should you avoid cutting in front of it closely?

• A.Trucks stop faster than cars when loaded
• B.A heavy truck needs much more distance to stop
• C.Trucks are not allowed to brake on hills
• D.The truck's load makes it stop instantly

Why

Heavy vehicles need longer stopping distances, especially downhill. Cutting in closely leaves the truck driver little room to slow down if traffic ahead stops.

Manual topic: Official Florida Driver License Handbook - Sharing the Road · From the Florida Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (FLC-138).

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