Drivers may need more space in front of their vehicle:
|
When following motorcycles.
|
|
|
When it is hard to see ahead.
|
|
|
When carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.
|
|
|
All of the above.
|
Explanation
Drivers should slow down and increase their following distance when traveling behind a motorcycle, as motorcycles can stop faster than vehicles, or when carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer, as these conditions affect stopping distance and blind spots. Drivers should also adjust their speed and following distance in poor weather conditions, impaired visibility, or on slippery roads.
Answer Statistics
🟡 This question is moderately difficult — 16.7% of our users answer it incorrectly.
Other questions in the same category: Safe Following Distances
Drivers should always keep a minimum following distance of:Drivers need to change their following distance when speed or road conditions change.Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a(n):To avoid a rear-end collision with the vehicle in front of you, you should:When following other vehicles, maintain a space cushion of at least:Drivers should maintain a two-second safe following distance when driving at:For speeds greater than 30 mph, a safe following distance should be:Allow extra space in front of your vehicle when following a:Allow a larger space cushion when stopping:You should allow a four-second or more cushion when:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: