Question 59 of 371 · Alberta Class 7 Knowledge Test
Using the two second rule to judge a safe following distance when driving:
Exactly one answer is correct.
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Correct answer to question 59
- D: is accurate at any speed
Source: Official Alberta Transportation practice question
Explanation
The two second rule works at any speed, because it measures time rather than distance. Count after the vehicle ahead passes a fixed object. Increase the gap when conditions are less than ideal, and drivers of large vehicles are advised to use at least four seconds.
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