Q
12. Which of these statements about speed management is true?
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AEmpty trucks always stop in shorter distance than fully loaded ones.
BWhen you double your speed (go twice as fast), it will take twice the distance to stop.
CYou should choose a speed that lets you stop within the distance that you can see ahead.
Detailed Explanation
The correct answer is "You should choose a speed that lets you stop within the distance that you can see ahead.". This is based on federal CDL regulations and safety standards.
Correct Answer: You should choose a speed that lets you stop within the distance that you can see ahead.
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