Why must a driver keep a safe following distance?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. To have time to stop if the vehicle ahead brakes
- Step 1: A longer gap gives time and room to react and brake if the vehicle in front slows down suddenly.
Answer
To have time to stop if the vehicle ahead brakes.
Why not the others: To use less fuel on the journey, To avoid using the horn in the town and To be able to overtake more quickly don't fit.
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