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Safe drivingQuestion 144 of 215

How far ahead in time should you scan the road?

  1. At least 12 seconds ahead
  2. About 3 seconds ahead
  3. Only the next 5 seconds
  4. Just to the front of your bumper
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Correct answer: At least 12 seconds ahead

New drivers often look too close to the car. Look 12 seconds ahead so you see hazards early.

Source: Yukon Driver's Basic Handbook: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Yukon, © 2022), Chapter 5, See-think-do, Observing ahead, page 60

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026