Practice question

How should a Texas instructor teach students about the proper following distance at high speeds (70+ mph)?

  1. The same 2-second rule applies at all speeds
  2. At 70+ mph, increase following distance to at least 4 seconds because stopping distance increases dramatically with speed
  3. Following distance does not need to change with speed
  4. Only maintain 1 car length per 10 mph

Answer: B — At 70+ mph, increase following distance to at least 4 seconds because stopping distance increases dramatically with speed

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