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5 Dollar Traffic School Final Exam (version 1 & 2)
Newest 2025 Complete Questions And Correct
Detailed Answers WITH RATIONALES (Verified
Answers)|Already Graded A+||NEWEST EXAM!!!
When is it ok to leave a child unattended in a car? -
ANSWER-never leave a child six years of age or younger
unattended in a car, unless there is someone who is at
least 12 years old to supervise.
Why should you be extra careful around motorcycles? -
ANSWER-they are small/less visible and they can easily
skid out in poor weather conditions
What is the proper head and body position when going in
reverse? - ANSWER-in reverse, your left hand should be
at the top of the steering wheel and your head turned so
you could see out of the back window
What are blind spots? - ANSWER-large areas around your
car that you cannot see using your mirrors
When considering passing a slow vehicle on a two-way
road, how far away should the oncoming vehicle be from
you before you make your move? - ANSWER-As a
general rule the oncoming car should be at least 10-12
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seconds away - At 55 mph, this is 1600 feet, or 1/3 of a
mile. If the car is any closer, trying to make a pass could
end up in a head on collision.
What should you do if your car hydroplanes? - ANSWER-
Gently ease your foot off the gas until the car slows down.
Your tires should touch the road soon thereafter. If you
need to brake, do it gently by pumping the brakes.
What should you do to get over a pothole safely if you
can't maneuver around it? - ANSWER-brake before your
wheels get to the pothole and then release the brake
pedal as you are rolling over the pothole. Braking directly
over a pothole can seriously damage your car's
suspension system.
What could happen if you drive in another car's blind spot?
- ANSWER-The other driver may not turn his or her head
as they should and end up hitting you while switching
lanes. Also, it doesn't give you the opportunity to
maneuver in case of an emergency.
How does having headlights on during a sunny day help
you drive safer? - ANSWER-it allows your car to be more
noticeable to other drivers
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What is the best way to deal with a distracted driver? -
ANSWER-Be on the lookout for these kinds of drivers so
you can avoid them
Covering the brake means ______. - ANSWER-placing
your foot over the brake pedal without actually touching it
Holding your foot above the brake pedal in case you need
to brake
You should give up your right-of-way when ______. -
ANSWER-The other driver refuses to give it to you even
though he is supposed to
It helps you avoid a crash with another car or pedestrian
What is the leading cause of injuries in traffic collisions in
California? - ANSWER-Speeding. In 2013, 436 people
were killed as a result of speeding and 48,050 people
were injured. That makes it the #1 cause of car crash
injuries.
What is the leading cause of traffic fatalities in California? -
ANSWER-Alcohol and Drugs (DUI): Year after year
hundreds are killed by people driving under the influence
of drugs or alcohol. It is, in fact, the leading cause of traffic
5 Dollar Traffic School Final Exam (version 1 & 2)
Newest 2025 Complete Questions And Correct
Detailed Answers WITH RATIONALES (Verified
Answers)|Already Graded A+||NEWEST EXAM!!!
When is it ok to leave a child unattended in a car? -
ANSWER-never leave a child six years of age or younger
unattended in a car, unless there is someone who is at
least 12 years old to supervise.
Why should you be extra careful around motorcycles? -
ANSWER-they are small/less visible and they can easily
skid out in poor weather conditions
What is the proper head and body position when going in
reverse? - ANSWER-in reverse, your left hand should be
at the top of the steering wheel and your head turned so
you could see out of the back window
What are blind spots? - ANSWER-large areas around your
car that you cannot see using your mirrors
When considering passing a slow vehicle on a two-way
road, how far away should the oncoming vehicle be from
you before you make your move? - ANSWER-As a
general rule the oncoming car should be at least 10-12
,2|Page
seconds away - At 55 mph, this is 1600 feet, or 1/3 of a
mile. If the car is any closer, trying to make a pass could
end up in a head on collision.
What should you do if your car hydroplanes? - ANSWER-
Gently ease your foot off the gas until the car slows down.
Your tires should touch the road soon thereafter. If you
need to brake, do it gently by pumping the brakes.
What should you do to get over a pothole safely if you
can't maneuver around it? - ANSWER-brake before your
wheels get to the pothole and then release the brake
pedal as you are rolling over the pothole. Braking directly
over a pothole can seriously damage your car's
suspension system.
What could happen if you drive in another car's blind spot?
- ANSWER-The other driver may not turn his or her head
as they should and end up hitting you while switching
lanes. Also, it doesn't give you the opportunity to
maneuver in case of an emergency.
How does having headlights on during a sunny day help
you drive safer? - ANSWER-it allows your car to be more
noticeable to other drivers
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What is the best way to deal with a distracted driver? -
ANSWER-Be on the lookout for these kinds of drivers so
you can avoid them
Covering the brake means ______. - ANSWER-placing
your foot over the brake pedal without actually touching it
Holding your foot above the brake pedal in case you need
to brake
You should give up your right-of-way when ______. -
ANSWER-The other driver refuses to give it to you even
though he is supposed to
It helps you avoid a crash with another car or pedestrian
What is the leading cause of injuries in traffic collisions in
California? - ANSWER-Speeding. In 2013, 436 people
were killed as a result of speeding and 48,050 people
were injured. That makes it the #1 cause of car crash
injuries.
What is the leading cause of traffic fatalities in California? -
ANSWER-Alcohol and Drugs (DUI): Year after year
hundreds are killed by people driving under the influence
of drugs or alcohol. It is, in fact, the leading cause of traffic
