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Keeping one`s distance lessens the risk of accident. One good rule is to leave a car length or: Keeping one`s distance lessens the risk of accident. One good rule is to leave a car length or:

  • A. 3-second rule

  • B. 4-second rule

  • C. 2-second rule

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    The correct answer is C
     
    When following behind a vehicle make sure to leave a safe tailgate distance. The following driver needs time to adjust in case the traffic suddenly slows down. This is why many countries follow a 2-second (in Philippines) and 3-second rule of thumb as a safe tailgating distance.