Arkansas Commercial Driver License (CDL) Practice Test

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What is one method to determine if you are following too close to another vehicle?

Check your speed
Measure car lengths
Look at the time gap
Look for signals from the vehicle ahead

The correct answer is: Look at the time gap

The correct method to determine if you are following too closely to another vehicle is by looking at the time gap. This technique involves measuring the distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you in terms of time rather than just physical distance. By maintaining a safe following distance, drivers can ensure they have enough time to react in case the vehicle ahead makes a sudden stop. A common rule of thumb is to allow at least a three-second gap between your vehicle and the one ahead in ideal driving conditions. This time-based approach helps to account for variations in speed, road conditions, and vehicle types, making it a more reliable indicator of safe following distance. Other methods, such as checking your speed or measuring car lengths, can provide some information but do not directly gauge whether you're following too closely in relation to your reactions and the behavior of the vehicle in front of you. Additionally, looking for signals from the vehicle ahead is important for anticipation and safety but does not specifically assess following distance.