Traffic, Vehicle Control, Vehicle Lights

Question 1

a driver needs to __ upon approaching a stop sign

Answer 1

stop and proceed when it’s safe to do so

Question 2

if you are following a slow moving vehicle up a hill, you should

Answer 2

wait patiently and follow the slow moving vehicle

Question 3

is it a good idea to drive slower than surrounding traffic?

Answer 3

no because it’s a hazard since other drivers may try to pass you

Question 4

on a multi-lane highway, slow moving traffic should travel on

Answer 4

the far right lane

Question 5

what does a pedestrian using a white cane mean?

Answer 5

pedestrian is visually impaired

Question 6

what should you be watching for on the side of the road? pick 3

Answer 6

people in wheelchairs moving towards an intersection
children playing
visually impaired people with canes or guide dogs

Question 7

what should you do if you encounter an aggressive drive? pick 3

Answer 7

lock your doors and windows
give that driver the right of way
avoid eye contact

Question 8

what should you do when passing a large vehicle?

Answer 8

ensure you have enough space and dont stay at the vehicles blind spot

Question 9

when entering a freeway you should

Answer 9

accelerate quickly to freeway speed and merge with the traffic

Question 10

when is it safe to pass other vehicles on the right side?

Answer 10

its permitted when the street or highway has two or more lanes for traffic in the direction you;re travelling

Question 11

when youre on a freeway and you’re approaching a freeway entrance, you should __ and __

Answer 11

adjust your speed accordingly to allow the vehicles to merge into traffic
if possible move to a lane to your left

Question 12

why is it the safest to be on the right lane on a multi-lane road? pick 2

Answer 12

it’s unlikely someone will tailgate you

you are away from oncoming traffic

Question 13

you should __ when a car is stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross the street at a marked crosswalk

Answer 13

not pass and wait for the pedestrian to cross

Question 14

how can you prevent your vehicle from moving side to side while driving?

Answer 14

look ahead in the direction you want to go

Question 15

how can you recover from a skid?

Answer 15

steer in the direction you want to go

Question 16

how would you use the anti-lock braking system (ABS) in an emergency situation?

Answer 16

apply continuous hard pressure until the vehicle stops

Question 17

if you are faced with low visibility while driving, you should __, ___, and ___

Answer 17

scan the road more often
slow down and maintain extra space between other vehicles
defrost your windows to keep a good view of the road

Question 18

what are the 3 main factors that determine how long it takes to stop a vehicle?

Answer 18

driver’s perception time, braking time and reaction time

Question 19

what does hydroplaning mean?

Answer 19

there is a thin layer of water between the tires and the road

Question 20

what’s the benefit of an anti-lock braking system (ABS)?

Answer 20

the driver can brake and steer at the same time

Question 21

what’s the correct position to place your hands on the steering wheel? pick 2

Answer 21

left hand at 10 and right hand at 2

left hand at 9 and right hand at 3

Question 22

what should you do if you are driving and one of your tires blows out? pick 3

Answer 22

hold the wheel firmly and concentrate on steering
take foot off the gas pedal to slow down and gently press on the brakes
signal and bring the vehicle to a stop off the road

Question 23

what should you do if you are entering a curve too quickly?

Answer 23

take foot the accelerator and once you gain traction, speed up slightly

Question 24

what should you do if you must drive through a puddle? pick 2

Answer 24

drive as slowly as possible

apply the brakes slowly to dry them out

Question 25

what should you do if your brakes fail? pick 3

Answer 25

pump the brake pedal
apply the parking brake gently but firmly
shift into a lower gear

Question 26

what should you do if car is hydroplaning?

Answer 26

decelerate, drive straight and do not hit the brakes

Question 27

what should you do if your hood flies up while driving? pick 2

Answer 27

open your window to look at where you’re travelling or look through the crack below the hood
slow down, turn on the hazard lights and pull over to the side of the road

Question 28

what should you do in the event of an engine failure? pick 3

Answer 28

signal and pull over to the edge of the road
turn on the hazard lights
stay with your vehicle

Question 29

what should you do to deal with black ice?

Answer 29

ease off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want to go

Question 30

when is it dangerous to use cruise control? pick 2

Answer 30

when you’re sleepy

on wet or slippery surfaces