To avoid a rear-end collision with the vehicle in front of you, you should:
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Watch for brake lights.
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Look for problems ahead.
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Maintain a safe following distance.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
Rear-end collisions are a common problem on the road. Maintaining a safe following distance, scanning the road ahead, and watching for brake lights or shrinking distance between your car and the one ahead are all ways to anticipate and react to potential hazards on the road.
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