Revision question · Vehicle handling

You're driving in fog. Why should you keep well back from the vehicle in front?

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In case it changes direction suddenly

In case its fog lights dazzle you

In case it stops suddenly

In case its brake lights dazzle you

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In case it stops suddenlyThis was the right answer

If you’re following another road user in fog, stay well back. The driver in front won’t be able to see hazards until they’re close and might need to brake suddenly. Also, the road surface is likely to be wet and could be slippery.

Reviewed reading for this question

Rule 234Highway Code rule · Slow for the limited view and keep enough distance to stop if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly.Rule 235Highway Code rule · Slow for the limited view and keep enough distance to stop if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly.

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