Which statement about speed is true?
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Driving too slowly on certain highways can be dangerous.
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Very few collisions are caused by persons driving too slowly.
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Excessive speed does not cause skidding.
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Drivers should always drive the speed limit.
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Explanation
When a vehicle travels significantly below the speed limit, it can impede the flow of traffic, leading to potentially hazardous situations. This obstruction can cause frustration among other drivers, prompting them to take dangerous chances while passing, in order to get around the slow-moving vehicle. Never drive so slowly that you will interfere with other vehicles that are moving at a normal speed.
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