Study Guide


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1 What is defensive driving?

2 It is _______ to drive a vehicle that is overloaded with passengers or load so as to obstruct the view of the driver or interfere with the mechanical operation.

3 As a defensive driver, why should you keep your eyes moving while driving?

4 What steps should you follow if your vehicle breaks down or you have an emergency on a lower capacity road?

5 What should you do if you suddenly lose control of the steering wheel while driving?

6 What should you do if you lose control of your steering and the wheel no longer responds to your turning movements?

7 What should you do in the event of steering failure?

8 If you suddenly lose control of your power steering wheel, you must avoid turning off the ignition:

9 When should you use your turn signals and brake lights?

10 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
11 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
12 What does the picture below indicate? Driving along - What does the picture below indicate?
13 When should you signal before making a turn or changing lane?

14 Hand signals should be given from: Driving along - Hand signals should be given from:
15 When can you use your turn signals to tell drivers behind you that they can pass?

16 In non-residential areas, you must give a continuous turn signal for at least _____ before turning.

17 Your vehicle must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of _______.

18 Sirens, whistles and bells are allowed only on:

19 What is the speed limit in a school zone during normal school hours?

20 Why are minimum speed limits established on certain roads and highways?

21 What is the speed limit for alleys?

22 What do speed limits indicate to drivers?

23 When should you reduce your speed?

24 You are _______ to drive at such a slow speed as to impede the normal movement of traffic.

25 When are slower speeds necessary?

26 Generally, the posted speed limit on most highways is:

27 The posted speed limit for highways with four lanes is:

28 The posted speed limit for rural areas is:

29 You must slow down when:

30 When should you slow down for a school zone?

31 When should you reduce your speed below the posted limit?

32 How should you adjust your speed?

33 The speed limit on an expressway is normally:

34 How should you react when a police officer stops your vehicle?

35 What should you do if a police officer signals you to stop while you're driving in the left lane? Driving along - What should you do if a police officer signals you to stop while you're driving in the left lane?
36 Is it within your rights to physically resist or obstruct a law enforcement officer's search during a stop?

37 Why should you avoid physical resistance or violence during a traffic stop, even if you believe your rights were violated?

38 During a traffic break, when the officer turns on their rear emergency lights and slowly weaves across lanes, to be helpful, you should:

39 Which of the following statements is true regarding directions given by traffic officers?

40 Who is responsible for conducting a traffic stop upon suspicion of a traffic violation or a criminal violation?

41 What is recommended regarding reaching for your driver's license or vehicle documents during a traffic stop?

42 During a traffic stop, an officer may:

43 What should you do if you want to ask questions during a traffic stop?

44 What may happen if you refuse to sign a traffic ticket?

45 What should the driver and passengers do with their hands if stopped by law enforcement?

46 What should you do if a traffic stop results in a ticket or arrest?

47 When a law enforcement officer's command differs from traffic signs or signals, what should you do?

48 When you are stopped by police, do not:

49 Besides police officers, which of the following personnel also have the legal authority to direct traffic?

50 If there is no shoulder or it is too narrow to pull over when signalled by a law enforcement officer, you should:

51 If you are pulled over by a law enforcement officer, you should AVOID:

52 What should you avoid doing if a traffic stop may result in an arrest?

53 If you are stopped by a law enforcement officer and are asked to exit the vehicle, you should:

54 What is the minimum safe distance you must keep from the vehicle in front? Driving along - What is the minimum safe distance you must keep from the vehicle in front?
55 A two-second rule does not apply to certain situations as you may need extra space:

56 If someone is tailgating you, what should you do?

57 When should you increase your following distance from the vehicle ahead?

58 What can you do to avoid rear-end collisions when driving behind another car?

59 What should you do if someone is following you too closely (tailgating)?

60 What should you do in a situation where you are driving in a single lane, and the vehicle ahead of you often slows down without an apparent reason?

61 How can you lower the risk of someone running into the rear of your vehicle?

62 Which of the following should you consider to drive green?