QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
You should know everything that is happening around your car 100% of the time, 360 degrees -
ANS at all times.
The lane of least resistence is the lane with - ANS less traffic and hazards.
When approaching a four-way stop sign, you should - ANS stop and yield to all vehicles that
are already at the intersection.
Why should you look left first when approaching most intersections? - ANS You will cross the
path of oncoming vehicles on the left first.
Which ability is most important to safe driving? - ANS Awareness and correct decision
making.
When should you yield to other drivers? - ANS Whenever you question the situation or
action of the other driver, and when required by law.
When approaching an intersection with a traffic light that has malfunctioned, you should: -
ANS Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
How far ahead should you look before making a turn or entering a curve? - ANS Well beyond
your turn.
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, Under normal conditions how far ahead should you look while driving on the expressway? -
ANS 20-30 seconds ahead of you.
Under normal conditions, how far ahead should you look while driving in the city? - ANS 1½
to 2 blocks ahead.
If the roadway has no markings, - ANS drive just to the right of the center of the road.
What should you do when approaching an uncontrolled intersection? - ANS Slow down and
proceed with caution after scanning left, center, and right.
If you are in the middle of a busy intersection attempting to turn left when the traffic light
begins to change, what should you do? - ANS Turn left only after you are sure all approaching
traffic is going to stop, even if it means turning after the traffic light has turned red.
Total stopping distances consists of: - ANS perception, reaction, and braking distance.
If your brakes fail while you are on the roadway, what is the very first thing you should do? -
ANS Pump your brakes fast and hard to attempt to build up pressure, downshift to a lower
gear and gently apply your parking brake.
If you experience a blowout while driving what should your first action be? - ANS Steer
straight to maintain control and decelerate by taking your foot off the gas pedal.
If a motorcycle or car is tailgating you, what should you do? - ANS Increase your following
distance from the car in front of you (3-4 seconds).
To reduce risk while backing up in a parking lot, you should look - ANS in all directions.
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