Rules of the Road
What is the minimum safe following distance behind another vehicle?
South African learner's licence practice question. Difficulty: medium.
Answer: A 2-second following distance is the minimum under dry conditions. Increase it in rain or at high speed.
- A. 1 second
- B. 2 seconds - correct
- C. 3 seconds
- D. 5 seconds
Explanation
A 2-second following distance is the minimum under dry conditions. Increase it in rain or at high speed.
More Rules of the Road questions
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- What is the maximum speed limit on a South African freeway, unless otherwise indicated?
- What must you do when approaching a stop sign?
- What does a Yield (Give Way) sign require?
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