When you drive in daylight on a slick road, how should you change your following distance, according to the CDL manual?

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Why

The basic rule of one second for each 10 feet of vehicle length, plus one extra second above 40 mph, is meant for good conditions. On a slippery road you need much more room than that, because it takes far more distance to stop.

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Topic: Following distance   License: CDL

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• Managing Space Around Your Vehicle

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