General Knowledge · Question 251

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When merging onto a highway, why do you need more space than a car driver would to merge safely?

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Correct answer to question 251 (General Knowledge): A truck needs a larger gap and more time to accelerate up to highway speed

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Trucks accelerate more slowly than cars, especially when loaded, so a larger gap in traffic is needed to safely merge up to highway speed.

Updated: November 2026

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