On a downgrade behind a large vehicle in wet weather, a safe plan is to:

• A.Ride your brakes closely behind it
• B.Slow down early and leave a larger-than-normal following gap
• C.Shift your attention to your phone
• D.Pass it on the shoulder

Why

Hills and wet pavement increase stopping distance for everyone. Slowing early and adding space gives you margin if the large vehicle brakes.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Following Distance · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-038).

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