2.7 - Managing Space 2.8 - Seeing Hazards -

Question 1

How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have?

Answer 1

1 second for every 10 feet of vehicle length under 40 mph, over 40 mph add a second per 10 feet

Question 2

If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, how many seconds of following distance should you allow?

Answer 2

You should allow at least 4 seconds: one second for for each 10 feet of vehicle length at speeds under 40 mph, plus one second for safety when exceeding 40 mph.

Question 3

You should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you too closely. True or False?

Answer 3

False. Increase your following distance. Opening up room in front of you will help you to avoid having to make sudden speed or direction changes. It also makes it easier for the tailgater to get around you.

Question 4

If you swing wide to the left before turning
right, another driver may try to pass you on
the right. True or False?

Answer 4

True.

Question 5

What is a hazard?

Answer 5

tbd

Question 6

Why make emergency plans when you see

a hazard?

Answer 6

TBD