How far behind the bus should correctly adjusted outside flat mirrors let a school bus driver see?

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Properly aimed flat side mirrors show the driver the road for a distance of 200 feet behind the bus, which is about four bus lengths. This lets the driver keep track of traffic and of the area behind the bus when stopping and starting.

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Topic: School bus (CDL)   License: CDL

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