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What most affects how far ahead you look vehicle control and the distance you need in order to stop?
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What should be considered when choosing a safe distance from the vehicle ahead?
When choosing a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, consider factors such as your speed, road conditions, and weather conditions. Maintain a greater distance in adverse conditions like rain or snow, as stopping distances increase. Additionally, account for the type of vehicle you’re driving; larger vehicles may require more space to stop. Finally, stay alert to potential hazards that could cause the vehicle ahead to brake suddenly.
What the best way to control events that occur outside of your vehicle is to?
plan your route ahead of time
Which side of space cushion can you control best?
You can best control the space cushion in front of your vehicle, as it involves managing your speed and following distance. By adjusting your speed and maintaining an appropriate gap from the vehicle ahead, you can ensure a safe stopping distance and better react to potential hazards. While you can influence the space on the sides through lane positioning, the front space is primarily dependent on your driving behavior.
What is the distance is the distance you can see ahead?
the visibility
Create a following distance greater than 3 seconds ahead when?
a driver behind your vehicle is trying to pass you
The distance you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving amounts to about what fraction of a mile at high speeds?
Two blocks
How how many seconds A defensive driver looks at ahead of vehicle a distance equal to?
A defensive driver typically looks ahead of their vehicle a distance equal to about 12 to 15 seconds of travel time. This means that at a speed of 60 miles per hour, a driver should be scanning the road about a quarter to a half mile ahead. This practice helps in anticipating potential hazards and making timely decisions to ensure safety on the road.
When driving in bad weather should you increase your following distance?
Yes, where it is windy and or the road is wet or your vision is limited by weather, you will take longer to stop your vehicle. To allow for this you should increase your distance from the vehicle ahead of you AND drive more slowly.
What is the distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you is called?
The distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you is called the "following distance." It is crucial for safe driving, allowing enough space to react to sudden stops or emergencies. Maintaining an appropriate following distance helps prevent rear-end collisions and ensures a smoother flow of traffic. A common guideline is to keep a distance of at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead.
How far ahead must you need to see a ahead to pass a vechicle on a curve or hill?
It is recommended to have a clear view of at least 500 feet ahead on a curve or hill before passing a vehicle. This is to ensure that you have enough time and distance to safely overtake the vehicle without compromising your safety or the safety of others on the road.
Blank distance is the distance you can see ahead?
sight distance
