Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

You're following a vehicle on a wet road. What time gap should you leave between your vehicle and the one in front?

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At least one second

At least two seconds

At least three seconds

At least four seconds

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Wet roads will reduce your tyres' grip on the road. The safe separation gap of at least two seconds in dry conditions should be doubled in wet weather.

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Rule 126Highway Code rule · At least double the dry gap and stopping distance on wet roads.Rule 227Highway Code rule · At least double the dry gap and stopping distance on wet roads.

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