To maintain a safe following distance behind the vehicle ahead of you, you should use
Correct answer
- the three-second rule.
- the two-second rule.
- the one-second rule.
Explanation
To maintain a safe following distance behind the vehicle ahead of you, the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual recommends that you use the "two-second rule": Allow a following distance of at least two seconds behind the vehicle ahead of you. Under poor or hazardous driving conditions, increase your following distance.
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