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New Mexico Class D Written Test Practice
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You are driving in city traffic. How far ahead should you try to look?
Correct answer: At least one block, about 10 seconds ahead.
Why
Safer drivers look at least 10 seconds ahead, which in city traffic is about one block. Looking well down the road lets you spot problems early, so you can slow down or change lanes smoothly instead of braking at the last second. Keep your eyes moving: check ahead, to the sides and in your mirrors.
Verified against New Mexico Driver Manual · Scanning · p. 18
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