Alberta Motor Association Speed Limits and Space Management 3

Question 1

What is the recommended minimum following distance for highway driving in good conditions?

Accepted Answer

4 seconds

Answer

At higher highway speeds, a 4-second following distance is recommended to allow sufficient reaction and stopping time.

Question 2

When being tailgated by another driver, what is the safest response?

Accepted Answer

Gradually increase your following distance from the car ahead

Answer

Increasing your own following distance creates a larger buffer so you can brake gradually, reducing the risk of a rear-end collision.

Question 3

How does wet road surface affect stopping distance?

Accepted Answer

Stopping distance can double compared to dry conditions

Answer

On wet roads, tire traction is significantly reduced and stopping distance can roughly double compared to dry pavement.

Question 4

What is the speed limit in a construction zone when workers are present?

Accepted Answer

The speed posted on the construction zone signs

Answer

Construction zone speed limits are posted on signs within the zone and must be obeyed — fines are doubled when workers are present.

Question 5

What should you do if you realize you are driving faster than conditions allow, even though you are within the posted speed limit?

Accepted Answer

Slow down because the basic speed rule requires safe speed for conditions

Answer

The basic speed rule requires you to reduce speed whenever conditions — such as rain, ice, fog, or heavy traffic — make the posted limit unsafe.

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