Heavy vehicles · Australian Capital Territory
Practice Question 384
Choose A, B or C to see the correct answer.
Why should you avoid pulling in just in front of a truck or bus?
- A Their brakes work only when they travel in a straight line Correct Answer
- B It is only a problem when the truck is carrying dangerous goods Correct Answer
- C It takes them much longer to stop, and you take away their safe space Correct Answer
Why: Heavy vehicles need a long distance to stop. Cutting in front of them leaves too little room if you slow down.
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