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Pennsylvania Class C Permit Practice Test
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On a two-lane road with one lane in each direction, a driver follows very close behind you. What is the safest way to deal with this?
Silver B follows close behind blue A on a road with one lane in each direction. Both cars face east, and the road ahead is clear.
Correct answer: When the road ahead is clear, tap your brakes lightly and slow down gradually.
Why
The driver behind you controls the space behind your car, but you can help by keeping a steady speed and signaling early before you slow for a turn. On a multi-lane road, move to the right lane when you can. Leave extra space ahead too, so that you can slow gradually rather than stop suddenly.
Verified against Pennsylvania Driver's Manual · Keep a Space Cushion Behind · p. 41
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