Most rear-end collisions are caused by the vehicle in the back following too closely.
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False.
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True.
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Explanation
Maintaining a safe following distance is crucial to avoid rear-end collisions. Drivers who follow too closely are at a higher risk of causing a crash because they may not have enough time to react if the vehicle in front stops suddenly. Maintaining a large enough following distance greatly helps avoid a collision with the vehicle in front of you.
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