(30/200) If another vehicle is following you too closely, what should a driver do?

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Gradually reduce speed and encourage the other vehicle to pass Brake hard to warn them Increase speed to 10 km/h above the posted speed limit Turn on four-way flashers

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In New York State, if another vehicle is following too closely (tailgating), the driver should not brake suddenly or speed up. Instead, the recommended action is to gradually reduce speed to encourage the tailgater to pass, and to increase following distance ahead. This is based on the New York State Driver's Manual, which advises maintaining a safe following distance and avoiding aggressive reactions to tailgaters.

Correct Answer Analysis

Correct Answer: Gradually reduce speed and encourage the other vehicle to pass

Gradually reducing speed is correct because it creates a larger gap between your vehicle and the one ahead, giving you more time to react if the tailgater forces you to stop. It also signals the tailgater to pass, which is safer than braking hard or speeding up, as those actions can lead to a collision or road rage.

Wrong Options Analysis

Option: Brake hard to warn them

Braking hard is dangerous because it can cause a rear-end collision, especially if the tailgater is too close to stop in time. It also violates the rule to avoid sudden stops unless necessary for safety.

Option: Increase speed to 10 km/h above the posted speed limit

Speeding up is illegal and unsafe. It encourages the tailgater to continue following closely and increases the risk of a crash. The driver should never exceed the speed limit to accommodate a tailgater.

Option: Turn on four-way flashers

Four-way flashers are used to indicate a hazard or when the vehicle is stopped or moving slowly. Using them while driving normally can confuse other drivers and is not an appropriate response to tailgating.

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(30/200) If another vehicle is following you too closely, what should a driver do?

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