Guam Chauffeur's License Practice Questions with Verified
Solutions
What would be the effect on a vehicle which is travelling too fast in a curve? Entering a
curve too fast can result in a skidding or a roll-over, applying brakes in a curve can cause a skid
or jack-knife.
Should the driver slow his vehicle in a curve, or before entering the curve? Yes
What is the effect of applying "power" in a curve? Applying a slight amount of power in
the curve counteracts the centrifugal force
Why are accidents more likely to occur in intersections than in the other areas of
driving? It's where drivers are more likely to be confused than in any other part of driving.
What is meant by the term "stale green light"? A light that has been green for a while and
will soon turn to yellow.
How can the driver safely test for a "wet" road surface? By getting the feel of the road at
slow speed by testing steering control and braking friction with the road surface.
, Why should a driver reduce the speed on his vehicle at night? During night time, the
driver's vision is less efficient at seeing and judging distances.
What precautions can the driver take to reduce the probability of night driving
accidents? The driver should keep their headlights clean and driver slower than usual.
When is the best time to check tire pressures? Before driving the vehicle
Why should the driver avoid bleeding the pressure down on a hot tire? It will upset the
cooling balance and the tire will generate more heat.
What is the minimum amount of tire tread permissible on any vehicle being operated on a
highway? 2/32" of tread
What is the maximum number of broken wheel lugs permitted on a highway operated
vehicle? None
If you become drowsy when driving, what is the best thing to do? Stop, get out and get
plenty of fresh air.
Why should water not be thrown on a gasoline, oil or grease fire? Water spreads gasoline
or oil fires. Use extinguishers, sand, or dirt to smother it instead.
Solutions
What would be the effect on a vehicle which is travelling too fast in a curve? Entering a
curve too fast can result in a skidding or a roll-over, applying brakes in a curve can cause a skid
or jack-knife.
Should the driver slow his vehicle in a curve, or before entering the curve? Yes
What is the effect of applying "power" in a curve? Applying a slight amount of power in
the curve counteracts the centrifugal force
Why are accidents more likely to occur in intersections than in the other areas of
driving? It's where drivers are more likely to be confused than in any other part of driving.
What is meant by the term "stale green light"? A light that has been green for a while and
will soon turn to yellow.
How can the driver safely test for a "wet" road surface? By getting the feel of the road at
slow speed by testing steering control and braking friction with the road surface.
, Why should a driver reduce the speed on his vehicle at night? During night time, the
driver's vision is less efficient at seeing and judging distances.
What precautions can the driver take to reduce the probability of night driving
accidents? The driver should keep their headlights clean and driver slower than usual.
When is the best time to check tire pressures? Before driving the vehicle
Why should the driver avoid bleeding the pressure down on a hot tire? It will upset the
cooling balance and the tire will generate more heat.
What is the minimum amount of tire tread permissible on any vehicle being operated on a
highway? 2/32" of tread
What is the maximum number of broken wheel lugs permitted on a highway operated
vehicle? None
If you become drowsy when driving, what is the best thing to do? Stop, get out and get
plenty of fresh air.
Why should water not be thrown on a gasoline, oil or grease fire? Water spreads gasoline
or oil fires. Use extinguishers, sand, or dirt to smother it instead.
