Question 456
On a freeway with three lanes in each direction, what safe following distance must you maintain?
- 50 meters.
- Enough distance to stop the vehicle without colliding with the vehicle ahead if it brakes suddenly.
- Enough distance to stop the vehicle in the event of sudden braking and to allow others to pass safely.
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Correct answer: Enough distance to stop the vehicle without colliding with the vehicle ahead if it brakes suddenly.
You must maintain enough space to stop without a collision if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly. On this freeway, you are not required to leave additional distance to help other vehicles pass.