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Why is cutting in closely in front of a large truck after passing especially dangerous?
- A.Trucks are not allowed to slow down
- B.A loaded truck needs much more distance to stop than a car
- C.Truck drivers do not use mirrors
- D.It is dangerous only at night
Correct answer
B. A loaded truck needs much more distance to stop than a car
Why
A large, loaded truck needs much more stopping distance than a passenger car. Leave generous space before returning to the lane in front of a truck.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 11: Sharing the Road · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-136).