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Why do experienced drivers look 12 to 15 seconds ahead of the vehicle?
- A.It is a requirement only on rural highways
- B.It reduces the need to use mirrors
- C.Seeing hazards that far ahead gives time to slow, change lanes, or stop smoothly instead of reacting at the last second
- D.It makes the trip feel shorter
Correct answer
C. Seeing hazards that far ahead gives time to slow, change lanes, or stop smoothly instead of reacting at the last second
Why
At highway speed the truck covers a lot of ground in a few seconds, so early detection is the only way to avoid hard braking. Looking well ahead also helps you read traffic flow and plan lane choices.
Manual topic: Safe Driving - Seeing · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-055).