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When following a motorcycle, you should leave a following distance of:
- A.1 second
- B.4 to 6 seconds
- C.2 seconds in all cases
- D.Half a second if traffic is heavy
Correct answer
B. 4 to 6 seconds
Why
Leave 4 to 6 seconds behind a motorcycle. Motorcycles can stop quickly and are more affected by road hazards, so the extra space protects the rider.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Sharing the Road · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-121).