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You are driving behind a large truck on a highway. Why should you leave extra following space?
- A.So the truck driver will drive faster
- B.Because the truck blocks your view ahead and needs more room to stop
- C.So other drivers cannot pass you
- D.Because trucks are always required to yield to cars
Correct answer
B. Because the truck blocks your view ahead and needs more room to stop
Why
A large truck blocks your view of the road ahead and takes longer to stop. Extra space gives you time to see hazards early and react.
Manual topic: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) - Chapter 3: Learning to Drive · From the Pennsylvania Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (PAC-026).