DEFENSIVE DRIVING POST TEST 2025–2026
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION AND ACADEMIC
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS AND IN-DEPTH STUDY EXPLANATIONS
FOR LEARNERS WORLDWIDE”
What is the 3x5 test for brakes? - CORRECT ANSWER-
You pump the brake pedal THREE TIMES and hold it for FIVE SECONDS
In city driving, how far ahead would a 12 to 15 second eye lead time have you scanning ? -
CORRECT ANSWER-About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Scanning the area in front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up behind
you? - CORRECT ANSWER-Check your rear-view mirror, do a 45-
degree scan using your side-view mirrors, then do a 90-degree head check
What is your safety perimeter? - CORRECT ANSWER-It's the 360-
DEGREE safety space cushion AROUND your vehicle
Space + Visibility = - CORRECT ANSWER-= Time
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance? - CORRECT ANSWER-
The 3 to 4 second rule
For which brake type should you use a steady FIRM pressure when braking HARD ? -
CORRECT ANSWER-The ABS brakes
,What is the "Rear tire rule"? - CORRECT ANSWER-
When stopped BEHIND a vehicle at an intersection, you should be able to see the REAR TIR
ES of the FRONT vehicle touching the ground
, What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Never assume or demand the right-of-
way; always be prepared to stop, if necessary
What is the most basic rule concerning left turns? - CORRECT ANSWER-
When stopped, keep your front wheels straight and keep foot on brake
When the weather turns the road conditions slick, the appropriate precaution is to: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Slow down and avoid braking in a turn or on a curve, if possible
What is one of the most important items you should be concerned about while driving? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Your Attitude
What is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Wearing Your Seatbelt
What does defensive driving means? - CORRECT ANSWER-> Make safe driving decisions
> Allow for the lack of skill, improper attitudes and
actions of other drivers
> Avoid Hazards (weather, conditions, traffic, pedestrians, other drivers)
> Stay continuously alert of situations far enough in advance to take action
>Concede the right of way to prevent crash
What are good mood factors that can affect your driving? - CORRECT ANSWER-> Pay Day
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION AND ACADEMIC
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS AND IN-DEPTH STUDY EXPLANATIONS
FOR LEARNERS WORLDWIDE”
What is the 3x5 test for brakes? - CORRECT ANSWER-
You pump the brake pedal THREE TIMES and hold it for FIVE SECONDS
In city driving, how far ahead would a 12 to 15 second eye lead time have you scanning ? -
CORRECT ANSWER-About 1 to 1½ blocks ahead
What is meant by a 45-degree eye scan? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Scanning the area in front of your vehicle from sidewalk to sidewalk
When passing or changing lanes, what should you do to check the traffic coming up behind
you? - CORRECT ANSWER-Check your rear-view mirror, do a 45-
degree scan using your side-view mirrors, then do a 90-degree head check
What is your safety perimeter? - CORRECT ANSWER-It's the 360-
DEGREE safety space cushion AROUND your vehicle
Space + Visibility = - CORRECT ANSWER-= Time
What is the rule for determining the proper following distance? - CORRECT ANSWER-
The 3 to 4 second rule
For which brake type should you use a steady FIRM pressure when braking HARD ? -
CORRECT ANSWER-The ABS brakes
,What is the "Rear tire rule"? - CORRECT ANSWER-
When stopped BEHIND a vehicle at an intersection, you should be able to see the REAR TIR
ES of the FRONT vehicle touching the ground
, What is the most important rule to remember concerning right-of-way? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Never assume or demand the right-of-
way; always be prepared to stop, if necessary
What is the most basic rule concerning left turns? - CORRECT ANSWER-
When stopped, keep your front wheels straight and keep foot on brake
When the weather turns the road conditions slick, the appropriate precaution is to: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Slow down and avoid braking in a turn or on a curve, if possible
What is one of the most important items you should be concerned about while driving? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Your Attitude
What is the single most effective means to reduce fatalities and serious injuries? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Wearing Your Seatbelt
What does defensive driving means? - CORRECT ANSWER-> Make safe driving decisions
> Allow for the lack of skill, improper attitudes and
actions of other drivers
> Avoid Hazards (weather, conditions, traffic, pedestrians, other drivers)
> Stay continuously alert of situations far enough in advance to take action
>Concede the right of way to prevent crash
What are good mood factors that can affect your driving? - CORRECT ANSWER-> Pay Day
