General Knowledge · Question 391

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What general precaution should any driver take if they smell an unusual chemical odor while driving near other trucks on the highway?

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Correct answer to question 391 (General Knowledge): Increase following and side distance from nearby trucks and stay alert for further signs of a problem

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An unusual chemical smell could indicate a leaking hazardous materials shipment nearby, so increasing distance and staying alert is a safer response than investigating it directly.

Updated: November 2026

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