When stopped behind another vehicle in traffic approximately how far back should you remain?

When stopped behind another vehicle in traffic, you should remain approximately two to three seconds back. This will give you enough time to react if the vehicle in front of you stops suddenly. To measure this distance, you can use the "two-second rule." Here's how to do it:

1. Pick a fixed object, such as a sign or a tree, on the side of the road ahead of the vehicle in front of you.

2. As the vehicle in front of you passes the object, start counting seconds: "one thousand one, one thousand two."

3. If you reach the object before you finish saying "one thousand two," you're following too closely. Adjust your position until you can count to two seconds before you reach the object.

This simple rule can help you maintain a safe following distance and reduce the risk of accidents.