On a two-lane road, you have moved into the opposing lane to pass another vehicle. You must return to your original lane before any oncoming vehicle can come within _______ of you.

Explanation

Under Vermont law, you must not use the opposing lane to pass another vehicle unless you can return to your original lane before any oncoming vehicle can come within 200 feet of you. Note: At higher speeds, even 200 feet is cutting it rather close. Suppose your vehicle and the oncoming vehicle are each traveling at 45 mph. The two vehicles will close a 200-foot distance in only 1.5 seconds before there is a head-on collision. At higher speeds, you shouldn't use the opposing lane to pass unless it will be clear for an even longer distance.