Safe Driving and the Highway Transportation System Quiz
Take this quiz to learn about tailgating, stopping distance, defensive driving, and more. Enhance your understanding of safe driving practices!
#1
What does the term 'tailgating' refer to in safe driving?
Following another vehicle too closely
Adjusting radio settings while driving
Making sudden lane changes
Driving too slowly on highways
#2
Which of the following is NOT a primary factor influencing stopping distance?
Reaction time
Weather conditions
Vehicle's color
Road conditions
#3
What does the term 'blind spot' refer to in driving?
A spot on the windshield that obstructs the driver's view
An area behind the vehicle that cannot be seen in the rearview mirror
A section of the road where streetlights are not present
A traffic signal that is not functioning properly
#4
What should you do if your vehicle starts hydroplaning?
Brake suddenly to regain traction
Accelerate to increase control
Steer in the direction you want to go
Hold the steering wheel firmly and ease off the accelerator
#5
What is the recommended hand position on the steering wheel while driving?
9 o'clock and 3 o'clock
10 o'clock and 2 o'clock
11 o'clock and 1 o'clock
12 o'clock and 6 o'clock
#6
What is the purpose of rumble strips on highways?
To alert drivers when they are veering off the road
To provide better traction in rainy conditions
To reduce road noise
To help drivers maintain a constant speed
#7
What does the 'two-second rule' help drivers to determine?
The amount of time they should spend at traffic lights
The appropriate distance to maintain between their vehicle and the one in front
The speed limit on highways
The time required to complete a lane change
#8
What is the purpose of a diamond-shaped sign on the road?
Indicates a no-passing zone
Marks the location of a school zone
Warns drivers of upcoming hazards or changes in roadway conditions
Signifies the beginning of a one-way street
#9
What does the 'Move Over' law require drivers to do?
Honk their horn when passing emergency vehicles
Slow down and change lanes to provide space for stopped emergency vehicles
Ignore emergency vehicles on the road
Speed up to clear the area for emergency vehicles
#10
What should you do if your vehicle's tire blows out while driving?
Brake immediately
Accelerate to stabilize the vehicle
Grip the steering wheel firmly and gradually ease off the accelerator
Swerve sharply to the side of the road
#11
What is the purpose of anti-lock braking systems (ABS) in vehicles?
To increase fuel efficiency
To prevent skidding and maintain steering control during braking
To reduce engine noise
To improve acceleration
#12
What is the purpose of the 'Smith System' in driver safety?
To reduce road rage incidents
To improve fuel efficiency
To enhance driver awareness and prevent accidents
To streamline traffic flow on highways
#13
What is the purpose of the 'Move It Law'?
To regulate parking spaces in urban areas
To penalize slow drivers on highways
To require motorists to move over a lane or slow down for utility vehicles and tow trucks
To restrict vehicle modifications for performance enhancement
#14
What is the purpose of the 'K-turn' or 'Three-Point Turn'?
To execute a U-turn on a narrow road
To reverse the vehicle in a straight line
To turn around in a limited space
To perform a rapid acceleration maneuver
#15
What is the purpose of the 'head-check' before changing lanes?
To test the vehicle's headlights
To check tire pressure
To ensure there are no vehicles in the blind spot
To adjust the rearview mirror
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