Chapter 11: Safe Driving Tips

Question 1

1. The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because it may remain icy
   after the rest of the roadway is clear.

True / False

Answer 1

True

Question 2

2. If driving in fog, a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field
   of vision.

True / False

Answer 2

False

Question 3

3. Most rear-end crashes are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely.

True / False

Answer 3

True

Question 4

4. The three-second rule helps the driver determine a safe following distance.

True / False

Answer 4

True

Question 5

5. If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the
   brakes.

True / False

Answer 5

False

Question 6

6. If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, a driver should ease off the
   accelerator, brake gently and gently steer back onto the pavement.

True / False

Answer 6

True

Question 7

7. Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles.

True / False

Answer 7

True

Question 8

8. When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly and pull
   off the roadway to check the tire.

True / False

Answer 8

False

Question 9

9. If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should ease off the gas pedal or brakes and steer
   in the opposite direction of the skid.

True / False

Answer 9

False

Question 10

10. Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions require the use
    of windshield wipers.

True / False

Answer 10

True