Rhode Island Permit Test with Complete Solution

Pre- Driving Habits 1. Adujust the seat 2. Adjust the inside and outside mirrors 3. Adjust the venitlation 4. Lock doors 5. Fasten and adjust your sesatbelt 6. Ask passengers to fasten their seatbelts 7. Check in front and behind the car for objects, animals, or persons in your path 8. Clear your car of snow and ice. Braking Distance The distance your vehicle travles from the time the brakes are applied to the time that the vehicle is brought to a stop. Velocitizing occurs when you being to feel that you are going slower than your actual speed; going faster than you think. You can avoid this by varying your speed slightly when driving long distances on the highway. Hydroplanning occurs when the front tires of your vehicle may lose contact with the road surface on a wet road; driving over a cushion of water. Guard against this by keeping tire pressure inflated, reducing speed, and being careful how you drive in the rain. How to Avoid Skidding Apply the brakes very gently pumping them and maintaining proper speed for the road conditions. On roads that are wet or icy, you should never make any sudden changes in speed or direction. If your vehicle is equiped with anti-lock brakes, do not pump the brakes! Know your vehicle