When driving near large vehicles, motorists must make allowances for:
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The decreased stopping distance required by large vehicles.
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The increased speed of larger vehicles.
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The increased stopping distance required by large vehicles.
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The increased noise made by larger vehicles.
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Explanation
Large trucks have a longer stopping distance compared to regular vehicles. When driving near large vehicles, such as trucks, motorists must make allowances for the increased stopping distance required by these vehicles. Maintaining a safe following distance when behind trucks is essential, given their size, as this provides sufficient time to react to changing traffic conditions.
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