Question

question 2

when following a tractor-trailer, develop the habit of following at a distance so you can see _______. make your selection, then click or tap submit.

both of the trucks outside mirrors
the trucks tires on the pavement
the trucks driver
the trucks signals

Explanation:

Analyze the safety rule for following large trucks

Large vehicles like tractor-trailers have significant blind spots directly behind them, often referred to as the "No-Zone." If you follow too closely, the truck driver cannot see you in their side mirrors.

Determine the correct visual reference point

To ensure you are at a safe following distance and visible to the truck driver, you must be far enough back to see both of the truck's outside side-view mirrors. If you can see their mirrors, the driver has a line of sight to see your vehicle.

Evaluate the given options

• "Both of the truck's outside mirrors": Correct, as this ensures you are out of the rear blind spot and visible to the driver.
• "The truck's tires on the pavement": Incorrect, this is a rule of thumb used when stopping behind a vehicle at an intersection, not for active following distance behind a truck.
• "The truck's driver": Incorrect, you generally cannot see the driver directly from behind.
• "The truck's signals": Incorrect, while important, seeing signals alone does not guarantee you are out of the blind spot.

Answer:

• (A) Both of the truck's outside mirrors (Correct answer)
• (B) The truck's tires on the pavement
• (C) The truck's driver
• (D) The truck's signals