Study Guide


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

2 A defensive driver should:

3 What should you do to be prepared for potential hazards or traffic conditions ahead on the road?

4 You're approaching an intersection where a side road has a stop sign. What should you do?

5 What is the safest way to sit in the driver's seat?

6 What should your hand position be on the steering wheel if you think of the steering wheel as a clock? Driving along - What should your hand position be on the steering wheel if you think of the steering wheel as a clock?
7 What should you do if your vehicle produces a high-pitched noise when turning the steering wheel?

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

9 What should you do in the event of a sudden steering failure?

10 How should you position your hands on the steering wheel to reduce the risk of injury from an airbag deployment?

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

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

16 What happens if you drive slower than the posted speed limit?

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

18 When can you receive a speeding ticket, even if you are driving at the posted speed limit?

19 In extremely foggy conditions, if you are driving at 45 mph in a 55 mph zone, you could be cited for:

20 What happens if you drive 40 mph in a heavy rainstorm on a highway with a speed limit of 50 mph?

21 Doubling your speed _________ your vehicle's stopping distance.

22 If no speed limit is posted, drive no more than:

23 If there is no posted speed limit, how fast can you legally drive in New York City?

24 What is the maximum speed limit for school activity buses?

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

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

27 What should a driver do if suspected of drunk driving during a traffic stop?

28 When you are stopped by police, do not:

29 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?
30 A two-second rule does not apply to certain situations as you may need extra space:

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

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

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

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

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

36 What is the commonly used rule of thumb for following distance?