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What are No-Zones?
What are No-Zones?
The blind spot areas around trucks where other vehicles should be avoided
What should a motorist do behind a truck?
What should a motorist do behind a truck?
They should increase the following distance behind a truck or other large vehicle.
What percent longer do trucks take to stop during bad weather?
What percent longer do trucks take to stop during bad weather?
25% longer
Study Notes
No-Zones
- No-Zones are the blind spots around trucks where other vehicles should avoid driving.
- These areas create reduced visibility for truck drivers, increasing the risk of accidents.
Safe Driving Practices Behind Trucks
- Motorists should maintain a greater following distance behind trucks to ensure the driver can see their vehicle in the rearview mirrors.
- Tailgating is dangerous; avoid being sandwiched between two trucks to prevent potential collisions.
Stopping Distance in Bad Weather
- Trucks take 25% longer to stop when driving in adverse weather conditions, such as rain or snow.
- This extended stopping distance requires increased caution from motorists when driving near large vehicles.
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Description
This quiz covers essential safety practices when driving near trucks, including the importance of avoiding No-Zones, maintaining safe following distances, and understanding the impact of weather on stopping distances. Test your knowledge to ensure safer interactions with large vehicles on the road.
