When should you increase your following distance?
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When it just started raining.
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When it's night.
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When you are following a large truck.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
There are several situations when you should increase your following distance for safety. For example, when driving behind a large truck, to improve your view of the road ahead; on wet roads, where traction is reduced and stopping distance is increased; or in low-light conditions, when your visibility is limited. Maintaining a safe following distance in these situations allows you more time to react to potential hazards.
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