When changing lanes, drivers should identify a ____ second gap in traffic.

2 to 3
3 to 4
4 to 5
Explanation

When changing lanes, it is important to identify a gap in traffic large enough for your vehicle to safely merge into the new lane. A 4 to 5 second gap in traffic will allow you to make the lane change safely and smoothly without disrupting the flow of traffic.

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