Alberta Class 7 Learner Knowledge Test · Question
When driving behind a large truck or bus, why is it important to maintain a greater following distance?
Large vehicles have significant blind spots, or "no-zones," to the rear, front, and sides. Staying well back ensures the truck's driver can see you in their mir
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Question: When driving behind a large truck or bus, why is it important to maintain a greater following distance?
Answer options:
- To prevent rocks from hitting your windshield. ✅ Because they have large blind spots directly behind them.
- To get better fuel economy due to reduced wind resistance.
- Because they are more likely to break down.
Correct answer: Because they have large blind spots directly behind them.
Explanation: Large vehicles have significant blind spots, or "no-zones," to the rear, front, and sides. Staying well back ensures the truck's driver can see you in their mirrors and gives you a better view of the road ahead.
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