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Why should a driver leave generous following distance on an expressway?
Correct answer: Higher speeds require more distance to perceive a hazard, react, and stop.
Why
A prudent following interval protects the space needed to react at expressway speeds.
Verified against Illinois Rules of the Road, July2026 · Expressway following space · p. 89
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