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Three driving questions, we get the answers

We spend lots of time in this space trying to understand our state’s driving laws, which are so often unclear. Rarely, though, do we get around to asking why certain rules exist in the first place. Enter reader Joe Rivers of Sharon, who wants to know the origin of signs on the backs of fire trucks that read, “Stay back 300 feet.’’ Today we answer some of your questions. Keep them coming!

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