Question 8154
Among other precautions, what should we do to avoid the risk involved in driving in the rain?
- Reduce the safe following distance and turn on the low-beam headlights to be seen.
- Increase the safe following distance to avoid rear-end collisions due to lack of traction.
- Reduce tire pressure to improve traction.
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Correct answer: Increase the safe following distance to avoid rear-end collisions due to lack of traction.
In rain, tires have less grip and braking distance increases, so leave more distance behind the vehicle ahead to avoid hitting it if it brakes. Lowering tire pressure increases the risk of hydroplaning. Turning on your low beams helps others see you, but does not make up for following too closely.