Class 4 Commercial Driver Practice · Question
To maintain a safe 'visual lead time,' how far ahead should a commercial driver be scanning the road?
Scanning 12 to 15 seconds ahead (about one block in the city or 500m on the highway) allows you to anticipate hazards and traffic changes before they become eme
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Question: To maintain a safe 'visual lead time,' how far ahead should a commercial driver be scanning the road?
Answer options:
- 3 to 5 seconds ahead
- 5 to 8 seconds ahead ✅ 12 to 15 seconds ahead
- 20 to 30 seconds ahead
Correct answer: 12 to 15 seconds ahead
Explanation: Scanning 12 to 15 seconds ahead (about one block in the city or 500m on the highway) allows you to anticipate hazards and traffic changes before they become emergencies.
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