(93/133) Car drivers should know that large trucks:
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Explanation
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Question Analysis
This question tests knowledge of large truck limitations, a topic covered in the Texas DPS Class C Driver Handbook under 'Sharing the Road with Trucks.' The handbook states that large trucks have large blind spots (often called 'No-Zones'), require more stopping distance, and need more room to maneuver than passenger vehicles. Therefore, drivers should be aware of these factors to drive safely around trucks.
Correct Answer Analysis
Correct Answer: Have large blind spots.
The correct answer is 'Have large blind spots' because large trucks have significant blind spots behind, in front of, and on both sides of the vehicle. The Texas DPS handbook emphasizes that drivers should avoid driving in these blind spots to prevent collisions.
Wrong Options Analysis
Option: Can stop more quickly than passenger vehicles.
This is incorrect. Large trucks require a much longer stopping distance than passenger vehicles due to their weight and size. The Texas DPS handbook notes that a fully loaded tractor-trailer may take the length of a football field to stop.
Option: Do not need more room to maneuver than passenger vehicles.
This is incorrect. Large trucks need more room to maneuver, especially when turning or changing lanes, because of their size and off-tracking. The Texas DPS handbook advises drivers to give trucks extra space.
Option: All of the above.
This is incorrect because the other two statements are false. Only the first statement is true, so 'All of the above' cannot be correct.
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This question is part of the America Texas (TX) Class C License knowledge test question bank. Read the explanation above, then browse more questions on the same topic below.
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