Question 63 of 403

When stopped behind another vehicle on an upgrade, why should you be able to see that vehicle's rear tires touch the pavement?

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It has no real purpose, it is just a rule of thumb from driving school
It confirms the other vehicle's tires are not flat
It is only relevant when driving a passenger car, not a commercial vehicle
It leaves you enough space to move around it if it rolls back or stalls

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Correct answer to question 63 (General Knowledge): It leaves you enough space to move around it if it rolls back or stalls

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Leaving enough gap to see the vehicle ahead's tires touch the ground gives you room to steer around it if it rolls backward or stalls on the grade, which a tight gap would not allow.

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