Which of the following statements about safe following distance is true?
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When the road is slippery, you should allow for more distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you.
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The safest way to judge a safe following distance is to use the “Two-Second Rule”.
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If weather or road conditions are not ideal, drivers should use three seconds or more to be safe.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
Slippery road conditions reduce traction and increase the risk of skidding or losing control of the vehicle, especially during braking. Allowing for more distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you gives you additional time to react and stop safely if necessary, reducing the likelihood of rear-end collisions.
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