Why must tanker drivers increase their following distance?
a.Tankers are not allowed to travel in the right lane
b.Tankers need more stopping distance because of liquid surge and heavier weight
c.Tanker brakes are less effective than other truck brakes
d.It is not necessary to increase following distance in a tanker
Explanation
Tanker drivers must increase their following distance because tankers need more stopping distance. Liquid surge adds forward force when braking, and the heavy weight of the liquid increases overall stopping distance. Extra following distance gives the driver more time and space to stop safely.