AAA DRIVERS ED EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
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
b. It will help to prevent breakdowns
c. It will keep your vehicle warranty in effect until your vehicle is sold
d. It makes your vehicle appear cleaner - Answer-b
Which is not considered a vehicle operating system?
a. Stereo system
b. Fuel system
c. Lubricating system
d. Safety system - Answer-a
If your exhaust system leaks, the greatest danger is:
a. Your engine will overheat
b. You will suffer greatly reduced fuel mileage
c. You will not be able to start the vehicle
d. Carbon monoxide may enter your vehicle - Answer-d
, You should replace your tires:
a. When the tread wear indicator bars show across the tread
b. When they are smooth
c. Every 100,000 miles
d. Once a year - Answer-a
Not having your headlights aimed properly is dangerous because:
a. You will not be able to flash from low to high beams when an oncoming vehicle does
not dim its high beams
b. You may blind other drivers that are approaching you
c. Your steering will not be responsive
d. You may not be aware you are driving faster at night - Answer-b
Under-inflated tires will:
a. Not have an effect on fuel economy
b. Improve fuel economy
c. Provide a harsher ride
d. Decrease fuel economy - Answer-d
________ helps reduce tailpipe emissions and your personal fuel cost.
a. Ethanol fuel
b. Carpooling
c. Diesel fuel
d. Speeding - Answer-b
When purchasing new tires, cost is the most important factor.
a. True
b. False - Answer-b
What coin should be used when checking tire tread to see if your tires are safe for use?
a. Dime
b. Penny
c. Nickel
d. Quarter - Answer-d
Your vehicle will run best if you use high octane fuel:
a. Only if your vehicle requires high octane fuel
b. Only if your vehicle requires regular fuel
c. Only if your vehicle requires ethanol fuel
d. Only if your vehicle requires diesel fuel - Answer-a
You should always change your oil every 3,000 miles.
a. True
b. False - Answer-b
In cold climates, check your vehicle's cooling system each:
AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
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
b. It will help to prevent breakdowns
c. It will keep your vehicle warranty in effect until your vehicle is sold
d. It makes your vehicle appear cleaner - Answer-b
Which is not considered a vehicle operating system?
a. Stereo system
b. Fuel system
c. Lubricating system
d. Safety system - Answer-a
If your exhaust system leaks, the greatest danger is:
a. Your engine will overheat
b. You will suffer greatly reduced fuel mileage
c. You will not be able to start the vehicle
d. Carbon monoxide may enter your vehicle - Answer-d
, You should replace your tires:
a. When the tread wear indicator bars show across the tread
b. When they are smooth
c. Every 100,000 miles
d. Once a year - Answer-a
Not having your headlights aimed properly is dangerous because:
a. You will not be able to flash from low to high beams when an oncoming vehicle does
not dim its high beams
b. You may blind other drivers that are approaching you
c. Your steering will not be responsive
d. You may not be aware you are driving faster at night - Answer-b
Under-inflated tires will:
a. Not have an effect on fuel economy
b. Improve fuel economy
c. Provide a harsher ride
d. Decrease fuel economy - Answer-d
________ helps reduce tailpipe emissions and your personal fuel cost.
a. Ethanol fuel
b. Carpooling
c. Diesel fuel
d. Speeding - Answer-b
When purchasing new tires, cost is the most important factor.
a. True
b. False - Answer-b
What coin should be used when checking tire tread to see if your tires are safe for use?
a. Dime
b. Penny
c. Nickel
d. Quarter - Answer-d
Your vehicle will run best if you use high octane fuel:
a. Only if your vehicle requires high octane fuel
b. Only if your vehicle requires regular fuel
c. Only if your vehicle requires ethanol fuel
d. Only if your vehicle requires diesel fuel - Answer-a
You should always change your oil every 3,000 miles.
a. True
b. False - Answer-b
In cold climates, check your vehicle's cooling system each:
