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How much distance should you leave when following another car?

2 feet
4 seconds
5 seconds
10 feet

The correct answer is: 4 seconds

When following another car, it is important to maintain a safe distance to ensure enough time to react and stop if needed. While option A may seem like a slight exaggeration since cars are typically longer than 2 feet, it is definitely too close for safe driving. Option D is a better approximation of a safe following distance, but it is still not enough. Option C may allow for a bit more reaction time, but it is important to account for weather and road conditions as well. Option B, 4 seconds, is the recommended minimum following distance at a moderate speed, allowing enough time to brake in case of emergency. It is important to adjust this distance accordingly to the speed and road conditions as well.