How can you check your following distance using the two-second method?

• A.Count the car lengths behind the vehicle ahead
• B.Watch the vehicle ahead pass a fixed object, then count until you reach the same object
• C.Look only at your speedometer
• D.Estimate the distance in feet while driving

Why

Pick a fixed object such as a sign or shadow. When the vehicle ahead passes it, count; if you reach it in less than 2 seconds in normal conditions, you are too close.

Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Following Distance · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-030).

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• School zones in Texas typically have a speed limit of:
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