AAA Drivers Ed
When making a left turn with a trailer in tow, you will need to:
a. Proceed farther into the intersection before starting the turn
b. Start making the turn sooner
c. Start turning at about the same place as you would with out the trailer
d. Keep your vehicle in the center of your lane at all times - ANSWER: a
When you are driving with a trailer in tow and the road curves to the right, you should:
a. Keep your vehicle in the center of your lane
b. Move closer to the edge of the roadway
c. Allow more distance from the edge of the pavement
d. Move your vehicle over into the oncoming traffic lane while traveling through the curve - ANSWER: c
When you are backing and turning a trailer, you should:
a. Turn the steering wheel in the same direction you want the trailer to go
b. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction you want the trailer to go
c. Neither A nor B is correct; you cannot back up with a trailer attached
d. Both A and B are correct, your steering wheel position does not affect where the trailer goes when backing -
ANSWER: b
Backing and turning with a trailer a generally easier when turning to your:
a. Right
b. Left - ANSWER: b
Since the trailer is attached to your vehicle additional insurance for the trailer is never needed.
a. True
b. False - ANSWER: b
Which of these is not necessary to safely tow a trailer?
,a. The proper size hitch
b. Larger side view mirrors
c. High intensity headlights
d. Heavy duty suspension - ANSWER: c
When loading a trailer you should put about:
a. 50 percent of the weight to the rear half of the trailer
b. 60 percent of the weight to the front half of the trailer
c. 70 percent of the weight to the side of the trailer opposite the driver's side
d. 80 percent to the weight of the front half of the trailer - ANSWER: b
Nearly all states prohibit passengers from riding in a trailer while it is in motion
a. True
b. False - ANSWER: a
When driving a recreational vehicle, you should:
a. Maintain the same following distance as you would in a passenger vehicle
b. Increase your following distance due to increased stopping distance
c. Decrease your following distance since the vehicle is longer than a passenger vehicle
d. Decrease your following distance since the motor home brakes are much better than most passenger
vehicles' brakes - ANSWER: b
Almost all recreational or utility trailers are equipped with their own braking systems
a. True
b. False - ANSWER: b
When you are driving a vehicle with a trailer, you will need:
a. Less time to pass since you will be more aerodynamic
b. More time to pass since your total length is longer
c. To honk your horn as you pass the other vehicle
,d. Keep to the right and never pass other vehicles - ANSWER: b
When you are towing a trailer with good traction and visibility your following distance should be:
a. Approximately 2 seconds
b. Approximately 3 seconds
c. Approximately 4 seconds
d. Approximately 5 to 6 seconds - ANSWER: d
When turning a vehicle with a trailer attached, you should:
a. Signal sooner so other drivers can adjust to your intended action
b. Signal later because you are larger than most other vehicles
c. Not bother to signal since the lights probably do not work
d. Signal in the opposite direction of your intended turn since you will likely have to move in that direction first
- ANSWER: a
Too much weight loaded to the front of the trailer will:
a. Cause your headlights to be misaligned
b. Increase your probability of hydroplaning
c. Cause steering and braking problems
d. All of the above are correct - ANSWER: d
You are driving a vehicle with three passengers and towing a trailer; the heaviest passenger should sit in the:
a. Driver side back seat
b. Middle back seat
c. Passenger side back seat
d. Passenger side front seat - ANSWER: d
When planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than _____ miles per day.
a. 300
b. 400
, c. 500
d. 600 - ANSWER: c
To help maintain alertness, drivers should stop every _____ hours for exercise and fresh air.
a. two
b. four
c. six
d. eight - ANSWER: a
When taking a long trip, drivers should:
a. Leave late at night to avoid traffic
b. Drive during their normal awake time
c. Drink energy drinks to stay awake
d. None of the above is correct - ANSWER: b
When your vehicle's engine is checked and maintained as recommended in its owner's manual you may expect
to:
a. Reduce air pollution
b. Get better gas mileage
c. Reduce the likelihood of expensive repairs
d. All of the above are correct - ANSWER: d
Tires with low tread depth:
a. Are best to keep your vehicle from hydroplaning
b. Provide the greatest traction possible for your vehicle on wet surfaces
c. Increase the possibility of hydroplaning
d. Will wear unevenly - ANSWER: c
It is important to conduct routine preventative maintenance on your vehicle because:
a. It is the law
When making a left turn with a trailer in tow, you will need to:
a. Proceed farther into the intersection before starting the turn
b. Start making the turn sooner
c. Start turning at about the same place as you would with out the trailer
d. Keep your vehicle in the center of your lane at all times - ANSWER: a
When you are driving with a trailer in tow and the road curves to the right, you should:
a. Keep your vehicle in the center of your lane
b. Move closer to the edge of the roadway
c. Allow more distance from the edge of the pavement
d. Move your vehicle over into the oncoming traffic lane while traveling through the curve - ANSWER: c
When you are backing and turning a trailer, you should:
a. Turn the steering wheel in the same direction you want the trailer to go
b. Turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction you want the trailer to go
c. Neither A nor B is correct; you cannot back up with a trailer attached
d. Both A and B are correct, your steering wheel position does not affect where the trailer goes when backing -
ANSWER: b
Backing and turning with a trailer a generally easier when turning to your:
a. Right
b. Left - ANSWER: b
Since the trailer is attached to your vehicle additional insurance for the trailer is never needed.
a. True
b. False - ANSWER: b
Which of these is not necessary to safely tow a trailer?
,a. The proper size hitch
b. Larger side view mirrors
c. High intensity headlights
d. Heavy duty suspension - ANSWER: c
When loading a trailer you should put about:
a. 50 percent of the weight to the rear half of the trailer
b. 60 percent of the weight to the front half of the trailer
c. 70 percent of the weight to the side of the trailer opposite the driver's side
d. 80 percent to the weight of the front half of the trailer - ANSWER: b
Nearly all states prohibit passengers from riding in a trailer while it is in motion
a. True
b. False - ANSWER: a
When driving a recreational vehicle, you should:
a. Maintain the same following distance as you would in a passenger vehicle
b. Increase your following distance due to increased stopping distance
c. Decrease your following distance since the vehicle is longer than a passenger vehicle
d. Decrease your following distance since the motor home brakes are much better than most passenger
vehicles' brakes - ANSWER: b
Almost all recreational or utility trailers are equipped with their own braking systems
a. True
b. False - ANSWER: b
When you are driving a vehicle with a trailer, you will need:
a. Less time to pass since you will be more aerodynamic
b. More time to pass since your total length is longer
c. To honk your horn as you pass the other vehicle
,d. Keep to the right and never pass other vehicles - ANSWER: b
When you are towing a trailer with good traction and visibility your following distance should be:
a. Approximately 2 seconds
b. Approximately 3 seconds
c. Approximately 4 seconds
d. Approximately 5 to 6 seconds - ANSWER: d
When turning a vehicle with a trailer attached, you should:
a. Signal sooner so other drivers can adjust to your intended action
b. Signal later because you are larger than most other vehicles
c. Not bother to signal since the lights probably do not work
d. Signal in the opposite direction of your intended turn since you will likely have to move in that direction first
- ANSWER: a
Too much weight loaded to the front of the trailer will:
a. Cause your headlights to be misaligned
b. Increase your probability of hydroplaning
c. Cause steering and braking problems
d. All of the above are correct - ANSWER: d
You are driving a vehicle with three passengers and towing a trailer; the heaviest passenger should sit in the:
a. Driver side back seat
b. Middle back seat
c. Passenger side back seat
d. Passenger side front seat - ANSWER: d
When planning a long trip, drivers should avoid driving more than _____ miles per day.
a. 300
b. 400
, c. 500
d. 600 - ANSWER: c
To help maintain alertness, drivers should stop every _____ hours for exercise and fresh air.
a. two
b. four
c. six
d. eight - ANSWER: a
When taking a long trip, drivers should:
a. Leave late at night to avoid traffic
b. Drive during their normal awake time
c. Drink energy drinks to stay awake
d. None of the above is correct - ANSWER: b
When your vehicle's engine is checked and maintained as recommended in its owner's manual you may expect
to:
a. Reduce air pollution
b. Get better gas mileage
c. Reduce the likelihood of expensive repairs
d. All of the above are correct - ANSWER: d
Tires with low tread depth:
a. Are best to keep your vehicle from hydroplaning
b. Provide the greatest traction possible for your vehicle on wet surfaces
c. Increase the possibility of hydroplaning
d. Will wear unevenly - ANSWER: c
It is important to conduct routine preventative maintenance on your vehicle because:
a. It is the law
